"Research Analyst"

Job Description

At SUNY Oneonta, your insights won't just matter, they will help shape the data-driven decisions that guide our university's future. We are currently seeking a Research Analyst to join The Office of Institutional Research (OIR) and help drive innovation in how we collect, analyze, and use institutional data. This position focuses on the strategic gathering, organizing, analyzing, and reporting of university data. In collaboration with key stakeholders, such as the Office of Information Technology, the Research Analyst will strengthen best practices for data centralization, supporting the university's commitment to providing excellent student services.

The successful candidate will be an innovative and collaborative problem solver with a strong commitment to data accuracy, institutional reporting, planning, and assessment. This individual will effectively manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines, maintaining a high level of attention to detail, and upholding the accuracy and integrity of university data.

SUNY Oneonta's Office of Institutional Research is dedicated to playing a vital role in the strategic planning process of our university. Our mission is to provide comprehensive and reliable data, insightful analysis, and evidence-based research that inform and guide the university's planning efforts to achieve its vision, mission, and long-term goals.

To learn more about the University and the Office, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ or https://suny.oneonta.edu/institutional-research.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Working under the supervision of the Senior Director of Institutional Research, utilizing current technology and enterprise data systems, including Banner, to support institutional research needs, governmental compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Completing and automating routine data tabulation and reporting tasks to fulfill internal and external requests for commonly reported performance data such as enrollment, retention, diversity, and completion rates.
• Assisting with data needs, for initiatives across the University.

Salary: $57,151. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with statistical analysis software (i.e. R, SAS, SPSS, etc.).
• Experience working with datasets and conducting descriptive statistical analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects with competing priorities.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with higher education reporting requirements (e.g. IPEDS, NYSED).
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, or similar platforms.
• Ability to organize, analyze, and summarize data and information for multiple audiences.
• Experience interpreting or working with complex datasets.
• Experience working with and extracting data from a student information system (Banner preferred).
• Experience working with and serving diverse populations.

Additional Information

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.

Application Instructions

To apply online go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=196101. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (required).

For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment.