Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Senior Institutional Research (IR) Analyst is responsible for coordinating fundamental support that will assist Richmond Higher Education Institution (HEI) leaders in making data informed decisions. This position is responsible for providing and analyzing institutional data in relation to institutional assessment, effectiveness, key performance indicators, and other areas (programmatic and departmental) related to institutional effectiveness. This position is also responsible for all aspects of survey research, such as the design, collection, analysis, and suggested recommendations for action.
Essential Job Functions
Provides subject matter expertise in advanced data management and statistical analysis, including extracting and using data from systems such as student information system (SIS), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and other allied third-party technology
Analyzes institutional data in relation to institutional assessment and effectiveness and key performance indicators
Oversees all aspects of survey research to include the design, collection, analysis, and dissemination of results related to institutional assessment and effectiveness at the three Richmond HEIs
Supports completion of internal and external reports and surveys for the Richmond HEIs, including recurring ones from census as well as from the SIS
Disseminates official results in a timely manner to appropriate internal and external agencies or audiences, including preparing reports, constructing presentations, and completing survey forms, interpreting institutional statistics for a wide variety of external agencies as well as Richmond HEI administrators, faculty, staff, and students
Responds to ad hoc requests for data and analyses in a timely fashion
Creates and maintains a timeline of all recurring internal and external reports and surveys for the three Richmond HEIs
Contributes to the development, implementation, and management of a data warehouse, and business intelligence (BI) and visualization tools
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
NoneEducation
Bachelors Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or Social or Education Research (required)Masters Degree in Higher Education, Statistics, or Computer Information Systems (preferred)Work Experience
3 years of data analysis or related experience in higher education setting (required)As a Mercy College of Ohio associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
\nWhat we offer
\n \n Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)\n Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts\n Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders\n Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support\n \nBenefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
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