LTA and Data Analyst

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

American University of Sharjah invites applications for the LTA and Data Analyst role to support the School of Business Administration in accreditation, curriculum policy development, and academic data reporting. The position collects and analyzes institutional data, conducts benchmarking, and prepares documentation to support accreditation requirements.

The role also assists the Business Learning Centre, supports student learning through review sessions and workshops, and contributes to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is required.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in an academic environment preferred.
• Experience supporting AACSB/CAA accreditation and quality assurance activities.
• Experience in academic data analysis and reporting using Excel and STATA.
• Experience with curriculum and policy documentation in higher education.
• Experience delivering student academic support sessions and workshops.

Responsibilities

• Support AACSB and CAA accreditation by preparing reports and quality assurance materials.
• Support curriculum and policy development through drafting, benchmarking, and research.
• Manage Business Learning Center (BLC) operations, scheduling, tutor coordination, and workshops.
• Collect, clean, analyze, and organize student, faculty, institutional, and survey data using STATA and Excel.
• Prepare clear reports to support program and institutional effectiveness and accreditation.
• Support assessment and assurance of learning through development of guidelines and digital tools.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative units on projects within scope.
• Assist digitization of paper processes and documentation workflows with digital tools.
• Teach assigned courses and contribute to student learning and program development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Quality assurance

Project coordination

Communication

Teamwork

Digital literacy

Education

Master’s degree in Economics/Business/Education or related field

Tools

STATA

Microsoft Excel

Power Query

PivotTables

Job description

The LTA and Data Analyst supports the School of Business Administration (SBA) in academic accreditation, curriculum and policy development, academic data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting academic and institutional data; conducting research and benchmarking; and preparing reports, documentation, and guidelines to support academic decision-making and accreditation requirements.

The role also supports the Business Learning Centre (BLC) and contributes to student academic support through review sessions and workshops. In addition, the position contributes to program and course-level assessment, process digitization, and other academic projects as required.

Job Responsibilities

• Support AACSB and CAA accreditation processes by preparing reports, documentation, and quality assurance materials for internal and external reviews.
• Support curriculum and policy development through proposal and policy drafting, benchmarking, research, and identification of best practices.
• Manage and enhance Business Learning Center (BLC) operations, including scheduling, tutor coordination, booking systems, review sessions, and academic workshops.
• Collect, clean, analyze, and organize student, faculty, institutional, and survey data using STATA and advanced Microsoft Excel tools, including Power Query and PivotTables.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports and data outputs to support program and institutional effectiveness, academic decision-making, and accreditation activities.
• Support program and course-level assessment and assurance of learning through the development of implementation guidelines and the use of internal systems and digital assessment tools.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative units on academic projects and initiatives within the scope of the position.
• Support the digitization of paper-based and manual processes, including report preparation and documentation workflows, through the use of appropriate digital tools and systems.
• Teach assigned courses and contribute to student learning and the academic development of the program.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Required qualifications and skills

• Master’s degree in a relevant academic discipline (e.g., Economics, Business, Education, or a related field).
• A minimum of 2–3 years of relevant work experience in an academic environment, preferably in higher education administration.
• Experience supporting AACSB/CAA accreditation and quality assurance activities.
• Experience in academic data analysis and reporting using Excel and STATA.
• Experience in curriculum and policy documentation within a higher education environment.
• Experience delivering student academic support sessions and workshops.
• Experience managing or coordinating a learning center or similar academic support function.
• Experience supporting process digitization and the use of academic systems.
• Strong academic writing and documentation skills.
• Strong project coordination and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptability, responsiveness, and commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance and compliance requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Power Query, PivotTables, and formulas.
• Proficiency in STATA for data cleaning and analysis.
• Data management and formatting skills.
• Familiarity with academic data platforms and reporting tools.
• Strong digital literacy.

AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disabilityor marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one’s qualifications.