Assistant Provost for Data Strategy and Director of IR

Airweb; Connecticut; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Quinnipiac University seeks an innovative Assistant Provost for Data Strategy and Director of Institutional Effectiveness to transform how the university uses data for performance insights and strategic decisions.

You will lead the data strategy function, partnering with academic and administrative leaders to deliver timely, actionable analytics and predictive insights that inform policy and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in higher education, data science, social science, or related field.
• 7–10 years in institutional research, institutional effectiveness, analytics, or related field, preferably in higher education.
• Demonstrated leadership in institutional research, analytics, or data strategy.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and qualitative skills with experience communicating findings.

Responsibilities

• Lead data strategy and institutional effectiveness to turn data into actionable insights.
• Partner with senior leaders to align data capabilities with Quinnipiac's strategic priorities.
• Oversee data governance, reporting standards, dashboards, and responsible data use.
• Drive self-service analytics and reduce manual reporting across the university.
• Mentor staff and collaborate with IT, finance, admissions, and academic units.

Skills

Leadership

Analytics

Communication

Project management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder collaboration

Data visualization

Data governance

AI & automation literacy

Senior leadership partnering

Education

Master's degree in higher education or related field

Job description

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and contact information for three references.

Please also provide an example of a report you have delivered to senior administration that combines quantitative metrics and data visualizations with narrative analysis and key insights.

Quinnipiac University is seeking an innovative and strategic Assistant Provost for Data Strategy and Director of Institutional Effectiveness to transform how the University uses data to understand performance, inform decisions, and shape its future.

This is an opportunity to build a next-generation institutional effectiveness and data strategy function- one that moves beyond traditional reporting to deliver timely, actionable insight to leaders across the University.

As the University's senior operational leader for institutional effectiveness, you will partner with academic and administrative leaders to strengthen the University's ability to turn complex data into meaningful insight. You will help reduce manual reporting, accelerate the path from question to answer, expand responsible self-service analytics, and establish institutional intelligence as a strategic asset.

Working closely with the Vice President for Academic Innovation & Effectiveness and campus leadership, you will provide leadership for university-wide data strategy and help ensure that institutional data and evidence are aligned with Quinnipiac's strategic priorities. For full list of job duties, see: https://career.qu.edu/en-us/job/497154/assistant-provost-for-data-strategy-and-director-of-institutional-effectiveness

• Master's degree in higher education, data science, social science, or related field
• 7 to 10 years of experience in institutional research, institutional effectiveness, assessment, analytics, strategic planning, or a related field, preferably within higher education
• Demonstrated leadership experience in institutional research, assessment, analytics, data strategy, or decision support
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and qualitative research skills, with experience interpreting complex data and communicating findings to varied audiences
• Knowledge of data governance, data quality, reporting standards, dashboards, and responsible data use
• Experience with responsible uses of AI, automation, and emerging technologies to improve reporting workflows, data validation, documentation, analysis, and insight generation
• Ability to translate data into insight, strategy, and action through clear reports, presentations, visualizations, and recommendations
• Excellent communication, collaboration, consultation, and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior leaders, faculty, staff, information technology, finance, admissions, and academic units
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or developing staff preferred

Institution Description

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Computing & Engineering, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 20 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting national and conference titles - including a 2023 NCAA national championship win in men's ice hockey, a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team and NCAA Tournament appearances by many of our programs. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities.

The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and recently opened South Quad with three state-of-the-art buildings.

As Quinnipiac grows, the university remains guided by the core values that define our community and shapes the experience of every student and employee.

• We are fiercely committed to ensuring every Bobcat thrives. We are a lifelong partner for every learner.
• We passionately care about our community. Everyone should feel welcome and valued.
• We boldly shape our university's future. We will forge a path of impact together.

These values are the foundation of who we are and reflect the Quinnipiac spirit found across our campuses. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

At the time of offer, the final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, including relevant education, experience, skills, and competencies, as well as internal equity and market considerations, Quinnipiac University offers eligible full-time faculty and staff a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, education benefits, and retirement benefits.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and experience a strong sense of belonging.

Application Due Date: 10/30/2026

Job Start Date: 11/02/2026

City: Hamden

State/Province/Region: Connecticut

Institution: Quinnipiac University

Reports To: Vice President for Academic Innovation and Effectiveness

Staff # Reporting to Position: 2

Reports In Office: Provost

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