Enrollment Analytics Scientist

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is hiring an Enrollment Research Scientist to partner with the Enrollment Management Data Team. The role designs applied research, develops predictive and econometric models, and translates analyses into actionable recommendations for university leadership.

Work includes reviewing literature, communicating findings to diverse audiences, and supporting financial aid strategy and enrollment planning. On-campus, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with behavioral science + quantitative component.
• Minimum 1 year of research and data analysis experience.
• Knowledge of applied statistics, predictive modeling, econometrics.
• Understanding enrollment management, admissions operations, financial aid.
• Experience with large datasets.
• Ability to translate quantitative evidence into practical recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with statistical software and SQL/BI tools.
• Willingness to learn new methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research and develop predictive models.
• Synthesize trends and provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and visualizations for diverse audiences.
• Identify efficiency measures for cost savings or new strategies.
• Review literature to inform institutional decision-making.

Skills

R / Stata / SAS

Python

SQL

BI tools

Research analysis

Enrollment mgmt

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree + quantitative

Master’s degree

Tools

R / Stata / SAS

Python

SQL

BI tools

Job description

The University of Iowa is hiring an Enrollment Research Scientist to partner with the Enrollment Management Data Team. The role designs applied research, develops predictive and econometric models, and translates analyses into actionable recommendations for university leadership.

Work includes reviewing literature, communicating findings to diverse audiences, and supporting financial aid strategy and enrollment planning. On-campus, with comprehensive benefits.