Research Analyst
Institutional Research
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls, a member of the University of Wisconsin System, is located 30 miles from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul in scenic west central Wisconsin. Year around arts, cultural and recreational events are easily accessible. UW-RF's 6,500 undergraduate and graduate students pursue degrees in four colleges: Arts and Sciences; Education and Professional Studies; Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Science; and Business and Economics. The University provides an excellent environment for learning, emphasizing the importance of faculty-student interaction in classrooms, laboratories, academic advising, and co-curricular activities. A favorable student-faculty ratio affords opportunity for meaningful interchange between faculty and students. Strong interests in teaching, research and community service are highly valued.
The Office of Institutional Research (IR Office) provides management information and analytical support to UWRF's decision makers to aid in strategic planning, internal decision making and external accountability. Through collaborative leadership and guidance, the Office provides a broad range of analysis, planning, research and assessment activities, including those that support internal and external data analysis, student learning outcomes assessment, department/program review and institutional and specialized accreditation.
The Position: The Research Analyst must be a team-player who works closely with the Director of Institutional Research and student workers to support the collection, analysis, management and reporting of key university information used in strategic planning, decision making, and other purposes. The Research Analyst is responsible for responding to data requests; assisting in the collection of data from a variety of sources; documenting and clarifying data flow; organizing, cleaning and cross-checking data;and conducting simple data analyses and preparing reports.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Supports collection, management, and reporting of key university information by documenting and clarifying data flow;organizing, cleaning and cross-checking data; and conducting simple data analyses and preparing reports.
- Researches, gathers, refines and analyzes data about various aspects of the institution in support of information and research needs for planning and policy making decisions exhibiting careful understanding of the data
- Creates and generates reports of the highest quality and accuracy
- Suggests and implements ways to streamline and simplify procedures for increased efficiency and accuracy
- Participates in the distribution of surveys, analysis or the responses and compilation and dissemination of results.
- Develops and maintains information systems to store, manage, and retrieve data related to all aspects of higher education
- Maintaining the IR website
- Contributing to the overall effectiveness of Institutional Research by performing other duties as assigned
Qualifications (Required):
- Bachelor's Degree – preferred fields include social sciences, mathematics/statistics, and computer science. (Master's degree considered an asset) and one year experience in related field. Or no degree and 3 years work experience in a related field.
- Ability to analyze and communicate information in numerical and narrative form
- Familiarity with relational databases and query tools. Hyperion (Brio), PeopleSoft, Oracle, Access is a plus
- Good analytical and strong organizational skills, detail oriented, and ability to relate to a variety of individuals
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, time management skills, and ability to meet deadlines
- Intermediate word processes, spreadsheet, and presentation software experience (MS Office preferred).
- Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and ability to contribute to the University's commitment to enhancing student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with state and federal higher education agencies
- Proficient with SPSS or other statistical software
- Experience working with relational databases, data warehousing, SQL/SQR
- Experience working productively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
To Apply:
Online applications are required at: https://jobs.uwrf.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/
Required Documents
- A letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience relating to Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (Cover Letter)
- A resume
- A separate statement addressing your ability to contribute to the enhancement of student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures
- The names, addresses, telephone numbers, and emails of at least three references who can specifically comment on your experience and professional preparation.
Inquiries should be addressed to:
Jennifer Pawelko
Institutional Research
The names of all nominees and applicants who have not requested confidentiality in writing, and identities of all finalists must be released upon request. A criminal background check will be completed on final candidates.
Deadline to Apply: Applications will be reviewed as submitted. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials by March 3rd, 2013.
UW - River Falls offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance. Retirement savings options are offered through the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), 403(b), and 457. Additional plans offered include life insurance, income continuation insurance and a variety of other benefits, for more information visit www.wisconsin.edu/hr/benefits/index.htm
The University is committed to creating an educational community which enhances student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnicities and cultures and which actively supports tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each person without regard to economic status, ethnic background, political views, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics or beliefs. Awareness of and sensitivity to diverse ethnic and cultural heritages are especially sought in applicants.
UW - River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran status, and membership in the national guard, state defense force, or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or the State of Wisconsin. All persons, especially women, persons of color, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
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