Association for Institutional Research (AIR) ยท 3 hours ago
Institutional Research Analyst and Programmer
Old Westbury, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelThe Association for Institutional Research (AIR) is seeking an Institutional Research Analyst and Programmer to support data management, analysis, and reporting. The role involves designing databases, analyzing large datasets, and providing technical support to ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Association
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain databases for storing institutional data (e.g., student enrollment, course offerings, graduation rates)
Ensure data integrity and consistency across various reporting systems for data-informed decision-making
Create automated systems for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) to generate reports for internal and external stakeholders
Design and develop data dashboards and visualizations for faculty, administrators, and institutional planning
Analyze large datasets to support institutional assessment, planning, and decision-making
Provide statistical analyses and predictive modeling to inform strategic decisions, such as enrollment forecasting, student retention, and program evaluation
Support faculty and staff in interpreting data and translating it into actionable insights
Implement and manage software applications used for data collection, analysis, and for external and internal reporting
Ensure seamless integration of various data systems (e.g., learning management systems, student information systems, assessment, accreditation and strategic planning system) with the IR office's data warehouse
Troubleshoot and resolve system issues related to institutional data management tools (SPOL)
Provide technical support to other departments in accessing and interpreting institutional data for assessment and accreditation reporting and data-informed decision-making
Document data workflows, procedures, and analysis techniques to ensure reproducibility and transparency
Support the preparation of data required for accreditation reports, including compliance with federal, state, and institutional standards
Maintain systems and reports to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for data management and reporting
Work closely with other departments, such as academic affairs, admissions, and finance, to understand their data needs and provide relevant insights
Collaborate with faculty and academic leaders to assess program effectiveness through data analysis
Develop and present data visualizations, including graphs, charts, and reports, that communicate research findings effectively to various stakeholders
Assist in writing reports and briefing materials for institutional leadership, board members, and external audiences
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science
Experience in a data analysis or programming role
Experience in generating reports and providing data insights to support decision-making processes
Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Python, R, or Java
Experience with data management systems (e.g., SQL databases, relational databases, data warehousing)
Proficiency in data analysis tools and statistical software (e.g., Excel)
Strong experience with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
System integration and troubleshooting of data-related software applications
Attention to detail and to maintain data integrity across multiple systems
Ability to communicate complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders
Presentation skills for reporting to internal and external stakeholders
Preferred
A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science
Previous experience in a data analysis or programming role, preferably within an academic or institutional research setting
Familiarity with higher education data and accreditation reporting
Knowledge of data integration techniques to connect Student Information Systems (Banner), Learning Management Systems (Brightspace), Assessment Platforms (SPOL, Watermark, Qualtrics) etc
Benefits
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Company
Association for Institutional Research (AIR)
The Association for Institutional Research (AIR) supports higher education professionals in the collection, analysis, interpretation, and communication of data, and the strategic use of information for effective decision making and planning.
Founded in 1966
11-50 employees
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