Job Location: United States
Position Overview
***KU is unable to provide H-1B sponsorship for this position***
Analytics, Institutional Research, & Effectiveness (AIRE) seeks a research analyst to complete required reporting and provide analytical support to university management in a variety of subject areas. This position is part of the Official Reporting team and will report to the assistant director for that area.
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to effectively work both collaboratively and independently. They will have strong communication and organizational skills, completing tasks that require significant attention to detail.
The University of Kansas is especially interested in candidates who have professional experience working with a wide constituency and are conscious of diversity and equity perspectives. Women, minorities, and candidates who will contribute to the climate of diversity in the area are especially encouraged to apply.
KU is a Research 1 institution, the flagship of the Kansas system, and a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU). It is located in Lawrence, a thriving and progressive community, which lies close to Kansas City. The successful candidate must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins.
Job Description
60% – External / Official Reporting
- Prepares data submissions for the federal government, the Kansas Board of Regents, AAUDE, external surveys, and others across a spectrum of areas (e.g., student, HR, financial, etc.).
- Utilizes multiple technology applications including SAS, SQL, or data visualization tools to collect and analyze data and to prepare/present results.
- Assists with the development of web-based reports, queries, infographics, etc.
- Responds to external requests for data or analyses utilizing existing data sources when possible and querying databases as needed.
- Reviews data submissions and other official reports for accuracy and consistency; as needed, enters data in online or other systems with a high level of accuracy.
- Works collaboratively with other university offices to complete official reports and submissions.
20% – University Decision Support
- Assists in the preparation of quantitative and qualitative studies including design, data validation and report creation.
- Handles ad hoc data requests from other offices.
10% – Administrative
- Provides support for departmental staff, departmental leadership, and university committees as needed.
10% – Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements
- This position may work a hybrid arrangement in which incumbent works on campus and remote based on a set departmental schedule OR fully remote (telework).
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree OR associate’s degree and two (2) years of related experience OR a high school diploma and four (4) years of related experience.
- Two (2) years of experience analyzing and/or presenting data to help inform decision-making (report generation, dashboard development, etc.).
- Two (2) years of experience with databases, Excel, or other data manipulation toolsets.
- Strong communication and interpersonal communication skills, as evidenced by application materials and interview process.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree.
- One (1) or more years of professional experience in higher education.
- One (1) or more years of experience using data visualization tools such as Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) or Tableau.
- One (1) or more years of experience programming / conducting analyses using SAS software and/or SQL.
- Exceptional time management skills, including the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
Additional Candidate Instructions
- Cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
- Resume/CV.
- Contact information for three professional references (including at least one previous or current supervisor).
- Completion of the online application.
Application review begins Monday, October 10, 2022 and continues until a pool of qualified applicants is identified.
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