Research Analyst I

Temple University's Institutional Research & Assessment Department is searching for a Research Analyst I!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
12 Paid Holidays
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Range: $41,250-$56,000
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Position Summary
The Research Analyst I will report to the Assistant Vice Provost in the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment (IR) but will also work collaboratively with the Office of Budget & Planning to provide research and data analysis is support of university academic and financial planning, as well as internal and external reporting. This position will support data-informed decision-making, and support mission-critical initiatives spanning enrollment, budgeting, finance, and institutional effectiveness.

Under general direction, the Research Analyst I will apply data mining, statistical analysis, and data visualization techniques to support ad hoc and recurring analytical projects for both offices. Responsibilities include collecting, validating, and analyzing university-wide data; preparing internal and external reporting; supporting budget development processes including financial surveys and projections, and contributing to data analytics initiatives such as benchmarking, performance-based funding analyses, and development of data dashboards. The position also supports ongoing IR functions including survey analysis, maintenance of longitudinal datasets, and development of operational reports, dashboards, and research studies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Details
* This position requires the following background checks: Will have access or control over financial transactions for the University or have access to Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

Required Education and Experience
* Bachelor's degree in social sciences, statistics, economics, public policy, educational research, business analytics, or a related field.
* At least one (1) year of directly related experience.
* Experience with analytical software such as R, SPSS, SAS, Python, or similar software.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience
* Master's degree in a related field.
* Experience with Banner or other student information / ERP systems.
* Experience with SQL, Access, Tableau, Power BI, or dashboard development tools.
* Familiarity with budget and financial data or financial modeling concepts.
* Experience working in an Institutional Research, Budget, or Finance office.
* Experience with machine learning or advanced analytics techniques.

Required Skills and Abilities
* Strong data management skills, including the ability to work with large datasets and relational databases.
* Demonstrated statistical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to produce clear reports without need for extensive editing.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong customer service skills and ability to engage effectively with staff and administrators.
* Ability to work nights and/or weekends, if necessary.

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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