Senior Institutional Research Analyst

Posting Summary

Working Title: Senior Institutional Research Analyst

Type of Position: Staff - Full Time

Department: Institutional Research

Appointment Length: July - June (12 mo)

Benefits Eligible?: Yes

F.T.E.: 1.00

Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior Institutional Research Analyst advances the university’s commitment to data-informed decision-making by managing, analyzing, and communicating institutional data. This role supports planning, assessment, accreditation, compliance, and strategic initiatives through rigorous data stewardship and collaborative engagement.

Data Management & Reporting

• Collect, validate, and report institutional data for federal, state, and accrediting bodies (e.g., IPEDS, state higher education systems, HLC).
• Produce recurring and ad hoc reports for internal and external stakeholders with precision and timeliness.
• Maintain institutional data definitions, documentation, and reporting protocols to ensure consistency across units.

Research & Analysis

• Develop and maintain dashboards and data visualizations using Alteryx.
• Design, administer, and analyze campus-wide surveys to inform strategic decisions.

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as a liaison with academic and administrative units to promote data-informed practices.
• Translate complex technical analyses into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
• Partner with IT and other data offices to enhance data infrastructure and accessibility.

Leadership & Project Management

• Supervise graduate assistants, student employees, and interns as assigned.
• Assist in setting priorities, timelines, and deliverables for institutional research projects.
• Support the Executive Director in strategic planning, assessment, and accreditation efforts.

Institutional Research Technical Skills Required

• Strong experience writing complex SQL queries for data extraction and analysis.
• Experience working with higher education ERP systems such as Ellucian Banner and Workday.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Microsoft Power BI.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas.
• Experience with statistical software such as SPSS.
• Experience designing and analyzing surveys using Qualtrics or similar tools.

This is an on-campus position located in Fairmont, WV, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Minimum Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in related field.