"Research & Assessment Analyst (Temporary)"

Position Title

Research & Assessment Analyst (Temporary)

Employee Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Office/Department

Institutional Research (JMT)

Work Environment

Remote and hybrid positions are open to applicants based in states identified here: Work at Loyola | Loyola University Maryland.

Remote

Job Type

Full time

Benefits at Loyola

https://www.loyola.edu/department/people-culture/benefits/

Anticipated Start Date

04/13/2026

If Temporary or Visiting, Estimated End Date

12/31/2027

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION UNTIL DECEMBER 2027. THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO FULL-TIME REMOTE WORKING

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Institutional Research, the Research & Assessment Analyst performs the collection, maintenance, analysis, and reporting of official university data to both external and internal constituencies. Coordinates all aspects of various internal and external student assessment surveys and supports the vision and mission of the University's work within Institutional Effectiveness with attention to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion as pillars of academic excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Collaborate and communicate with various departments and stakeholders across campus regarding student, institutional, and program-level assessment needs
• Prepare routine and ad hoc analytical/statistical reports as required
• Design reports, spreadsheets, data visualizations, and procedural documentation
• Manage and merge data from various sources
• Interpret official institutional statistics for a wide variety of external agencies as well as internal constituencies
• Participate in cross-functional team projects
• Participate in institutional research projects and tasks depending on the demands and priorities of the university
• Develop, coordinate, analyze, and report on internal and external annual and tri-annual student satisfaction assessment surveys.
• Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion as pillars of academic excellence
• Commitment to developing an understanding of the Jesuit, Catholic academic mission of the University
• Perform other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline required, Master's degree preferred
• At least two years of experience with database management systems and data analysis
• Experience working in a college/university setting is desired but not required

Technical Skills:

• Advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
• Experience with data visualization tools including Tableau
• Experience working with large datasets and a working knowledge of SPSS
• Experience with the Ellucian Colleague and Workday ERP systems is desired but not required

Problem-solving and Critical Thinking Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and solve data analysis problems
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and follow through all phases to completion

Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to apply tact and good judgment in dealing with all levels of university staff, administrators, and faculty
• Discretion in handling confidential information

Compensation

Final compensation offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, job-related experience, internal equity, and alignment with organizational budget.

Successful candidates for any staff, faculty, or administrative position at Loyola University Maryland will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Note: Experience and/or education may be substituted for requirements.

Employment Eligibility

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and complete employment eligibility verification by the first day of employment at Loyola University Maryland, as required by law (e.g., Form I-9). Unless explicitly stated otherwise in the job description or job advertisement, Loyola University Maryland does not sponsor employment visas for this position.