Rancho Santiago Community College District · 5 hours ago
Research Analyst
Rancho Santiago Community College District is one of the largest community college districts in California, serving a diverse student population. The Research Analyst will support the district's mission by developing and implementing research studies, analyzing data, and producing reports to inform decision-making and improve student outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Prepares research designs and data collection instruments; completes literature reviews; creates data processing designs for the microcomputer and/or mainframe processing of research data; supervises student assistants and the collection of data; analyzes data in relation to policy questions and study purposes; creates statistical tables and graphic displays; writes research reports; presents and disseminates research findings; attends meetings and maintains communication and liaison with research study-related individuals; coordinates ongoing research which may relate to topics such as student retention and tracking, student outcomes, follow-up studies, student skills assessments, demographics, institutional self-study and community and business needs assessments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with educational background in statistics, computer science, educational program delivery or management
Three years of experience in research or demonstrated ability to conduct such research
Clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff, and the community
Thorough Knowledge of: research design and methods, analysis, writing and reporting methods
Good Knowledge of: Statistics, data processing software; data collection instrument development; community college programs
Ability to: write clear, concise reports; communicate well with other program staff; organize and coordinate projects; initiate, design and complete research projects with a minimum of direction; learn new computer technology and research methods; work cooperatively with others of diverse program backgrounds
Skills: research, computer, human relations, organizational, and statistical skills sufficient to carry out the job duties successfully
Company
Rancho Santiago Community College District
Rancho Santiago Community College District is an educational institution.