Director, Institutional Research & Analytics

Assumption University; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Assumption University seeks a Director of Institutional Research to lead data analytics, institutional research, and business intelligence. You will develop dashboards, perform predictive analyses, and deliver insights to support executive decisions and planning.

You will coordinate assessment, program reviews, surveys, and continuous improvement across the university, ensuring data quality and accountability. Strong communication with leadership and stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in data science or related field and 5+ years in IR, data analysis, and assessment.
• Experience with statistical analyses and data interpretation; ability to communicate findings.
• Experience in higher education reporting, accreditation, program review, and analytics governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise dashboards, scorecards, and KPIs for executive decision-making.
• Conduct predictive and prescriptive analyses related to enrollment, retention, graduation, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate institutional reporting (IPEDS, NECHE) and prepare institutional fact books and executive summaries.
• Lead assessment processes, program reviews, and surveys; promote data-informed continuous improvement.
• Develop institutional performance metrics and dashboards to monitor strategic plan progress; present findings to leadership.

Skills

Data analytics

Data visualization

Statistical analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in data science, higher education administration, or related field

Job description

Assumption University seeks a Director of Institutional Research to lead data analytics, institutional research, and business intelligence. You will develop dashboards, perform predictive analyses, and deliver insights to support executive decisions and planning.

You will coordinate assessment, program reviews, surveys, and continuous improvement across the university, ensuring data quality and accountability. Strong communication with leadership and stakeholders is essential.