California State University-Sacramento · 1 day ago
Senior Research Analyst
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expCalifornia State University-Sacramento is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to support Institutional Research & University Reporting. This role involves designing and implementing research projects, conducting complex analyses, and ensuring timely report submissions to stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Conducting complex analyses and building dashboards
Managing institutional datasets
Ensuring timely submission of reports to internal and external stakeholders
Preparing and disseminating research findings for professional presentations and conferences
Representing Sacramento State as a subject matter expert
Producing strategic data-informed insights to support decision-making
Promoting data literacy and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across campus
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and implementing research and analytical projects of significant scope and complexity
Demonstrated experience generating and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, including statistical and data science skills
Demonstrated experience in institutional research, assessment and/or data analytics/business intelligence offices
Experience with compliance and accreditation-related reporting (e.g., ERS, IPEDS, CSU, or equivalent)
Ability to design and apply predictive, inferential, and scenario modeling techniques to support decision-making, enrollment planning, program evaluation, and institutional effectiveness
Proficiency in data visualization and dashboard development (e.g., Tableau, QuickSight, Cognos)
Experience with database management and query tools (e.g., SQL, PeopleSoft, Campus Data Warehouse)
Proficiency with statistical software (SPSS, SAS, Stata, and/or R) and ability to apply descriptive and inferential methods (e.g., t-tests, ANOVA, regression)
Knowledge of survey and evaluation research methods and ability to design, administer, and analyze surveys to assess institutional and program effectiveness
Expert written and oral communication skills, including ability to present findings to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to document research and analysis processes for replication, troubleshooting, and continuity
Collaborative approach to projects; ability to provide cross-training and promote data literacy among colleagues and stakeholders
Strong judgment, critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in data practices
Preferred
Master's degree in social science, education, public policy, statistics, data science/data analytics, or a related field
Five or more years of professional experience in higher education research, data analysis, or institutional effectiveness
Experience managing complex datasets and automating tasks through programming/scripting
Experience supporting accreditation processes, compliance, and mandated reporting
Knowledge of enrollment management analytics, scheduling, and course demand modeling
Strong project management skills including planning, scheduling, and coordination
Company
California State University-Sacramento
California State University-Sacramento provides affordable education in the political, cultural, and economic heart of California.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Abu-Zar Tanveer
Co-Founder of MedPrep Mastery Club @ Sacramento State
Antoine Burks
Interim Community Partnership Coordinator
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