Data Analyst

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University is seeking a Data Analyst to develop and apply advanced analytical techniques, including machine learning and statistics, to inform decisions across the Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine. The role involves analyzing diverse data sets, creating dashboards, and supporting accreditation efforts.

The candidate will manage databases, ensure data security, and present findings to faculty and administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Educational Psychology, Statistics, Educational Leadership, Informatics, Information Systems or related field.
• Five years of experience analyzing and interpreting data in a higher education environment or related field.
• Experience conducting assessment of student learning outcomes, exploratory data analysis using statistics/quantitative and qualitative methods, communicating results (preferably in medical school or higher education).
• Proficient in research-oriented software (SAS, SPSS, SQL, Python), data visualization software (Power BI).
• A combination of education, experience, and training to produce required knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develops analytic techniques using machine learning and statistics to guide decisions for the Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Performs quantitative and qualitative analyses of data across course, student, faculty, and university assessments.
• Creates charts, graphs, dashboards and impact reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Manages the Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine's database and establishes data access and security protocols.
• Supports accreditation, evaluation, and assessment data coordination and reporting.
• Provides consulting and faculty development in survey design, research methodology, and interpretation of results.
• Produces manuscripts for dissemination and develops integrated systems for data collection and evaluation.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Machine learning

Data visualization

Research methods

Communication of results

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

SAS

SPSS

SQL

Python

Power BI

Job description

Requisition

202600300S

Title

Data Analyst

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 19. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category

Professional

Department

GCOM Educational Affairs

Division

Division of Academic Affairs

Open Date

09/30/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Educational Psychology, Statistics, Educational Leadership, Informatics, Information Systems or related field. Five years of experience analyzing and interpreting data in a higher education environment or related field. Experience conducting assessment of student learning outcomes, conducting exploratory data analysis using statistics/quantitative and qualitative methods, and communicating results, preferably in a medical school or higher education preferred. Proficient in research-oriented software (e.g., Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), relational database management and Structured Query Language (SQL) queries, programming such as Python, knowledge of standards for software development, and data visualization software (e.g., Power BI). A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Serves the Sam Houston State University Russell & Glenda Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine by providing professional skills in developing, refining, and facilitating processes and methods for collecting, interpreting, consolidating, cleaning, analyzing, and responding to data. Conducts research to aid department administrators in decision-making processes. Responsible for gathering and analyzing information on a wide range of topics, and dissemination of information relating to reporting.

Primary Responsibilities

Develops analytic techniques using machine learning, inferential statistics and/or other means to help strategically guide decisions for the Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine. Conducts independent and collaborative quantitative and qualitative analyses of data, including multiple facets of course, student, faculty, and university assessments in clinical and pre-clinical programs. Develops, refines, and facilitates processes and methods for collecting, consolidating, cleaning, analyzing, and responding to data. Creates charts, graphs, presentations, and impact reports. Participates in data collection, organization, and analysis of multiple data sets. Assists with the development and design of a comprehensive, integrated system to collect information related to the evaluation of resources, students, faculty, and program outcomes. Manages the Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine's database. Establishes data access and security protocols and maintains appropriate records. Assists with the coordination of accreditation, evaluation, and assessment data, their analysis, and the reporting of outcomes. Provides consulting services and faculty development, which may include, but is not limited to, survey and instrument development, using established processes and best practices, research design and methodology, and the interpretation of results, findings, and assessment data. Creates visually appealing and interactive data dashboards for faculty, administration, colleges, and/or programs. Uses various technologies to enable data visualization, builds predictive analytical models, and adds research value to programs, departments, and the university. Conducts research and creates manuscripts for dissemination. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Ability to utilize data for continuous quality improvement, align student-learning outcomes with instruction and assessments to routinely analyze assessment results to inform program improvement. Ability to prepare and present results in presentations or reports. Ability to successfully direct multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines. Uncompromising attention to accuracy and detail with the ability to work independently and effectively with faculty, staff and students. Work requires critical judgment, a high level of initiative, and complex reasoning.

This position may require travel and work during the evening and on weekends according to the department’s needs.

The medical school is located in the Grand Central Park community of Conroe, TX - just 5 miles north of The Woodlands, and 35 miles north of Houston. The position is 100% on site.

Full Time Part Time

Full Time

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48788

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code Section 51.215.

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