Graduate Statistics Specialist

Viterbo University; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Viterbo University seeks a Graduate Statistics Specialist to provide expert quantitative research support across graduate programs. You will conduct one-on-one consultations on study design, analysis, and data interpretation to assist thesis and dissertation work.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling with remote work as the primary option and on-campus availability as needed, supporting faculty and graduate students in La Crosse, WI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field.
• Minimum three years of relevant work experience.
• Extensive knowledge of statistical methods (meta-analysis, linear regression, t-tests, ANOVA, chi-square).

Responsibilities

• Provide expert quantitative research support to graduate students across programs.
• Conduct individual consultations on research design and analysis.
• Guide students in instrumentation selection and statistical methodology.
• Conduct advanced statistical analyses and support data interpretation.
• Maintain regular consultations and track progress.

Skills

Statistical knowledge

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Statistics

Tools

R

SPSS

Jamovi

JASP

Qualtrics

Excel

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Viterbo University is seeking Graduate Statistics Specialist who can provide expert quantitative research support to graduate students across all University programs, including business, counseling, leadership, and nursing. This position plays a crucial role in supporting graduate-level research, thesis development, and dissertation completion through statistical consultation and analysis. The main responsibilities of the position are individual consultations with students on their research design and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Guide graduate students in research design, including instrumentation selection and statistical methodology
• Conduct advanced statistical analyses and support data interpretation
• Ensure accuracy and validity of research findings
• Provide online consultations (options available for in-person as well)

Academic Collaboration & Outreach

• Partner with graduate faculty and academic departments to support student research needs
• Conduct workshops and classroom presentations on statistical methods and research tools (as needed)
• Promote statistical support services across graduate programs
• Maintain and enhance the graduate statistics resource website

Administrative Duties

• Submit detailed weekly activity reports and comprehensive end-of-semester assessments
• Maintain regular communication with the HUB Leadership
• Document consultations and track student progress

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or closely related field
• Minimum three years of relevant work experience
• Extensive knowledge of statistical methods such as:
  • Meta-analysis
  • Linear regression
  • T-tests
  • ANOVA
  • Chi-square tests

Skills

Technical Proficiency

• Statistical software expertise (R, SPSS, Jamovi, JASP)
• Survey tools (Qualtrics)
• Data analysis and visualization (Excel)
• Productivity software (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace)

Professional Competencies

• Strong independent work ethic with ability to collaborate effectively
• Exceptional organizational and detail-management skills
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills

Working Conditions

• Flexible schedule with remote as the primary option; on campus as needed. Fully remote workers must reside in California, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, Ohio, or Wisconsin.
• Evening hours may be required to accommodate graduate student schedules.

Alignment

Viterbo University seeks employees who will embrace the University mission and incorporate our values into their day-to-day work.

Mission

The Viterbo University community prepares students for faithful service and ethical leadership.

Values

• Contemplation, reflecting upon the presence of God in our lives and work
• Hospitality, welcoming everyone we encounter as an honored guest
• Integrity, striving for honesty in everything we say and do
• Service, working for the common good in the spirit of humility and joy
• Stewardship, practicing responsible use of all resources in our trust

About the University

Viterbo University is a private, not-for-profit, Catholic, Franciscan institutions founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1871. Viterbo offers a student-centered liberal arts education with a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the university is nestled along the scenic Mississippi River and surrounded by the stunning bluffs. The local area combines natural beauty with a vibrant, welcoming community, offering opportunities for outdoor recreation, arts and culture. Together, Viterbo and La Crosse provide an exceptional place to live, work, and make a difference.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship at this time.

The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex or engage in sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the university operates. Title IX's mandate not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to students, employees, applicants for employment, and other persons in all aspects of the university's programs, activities, and operations. Inquiries regarding how Title IX applies to the university may be referred to the university Title IX coordinator, to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights, or to both.

Contact information for the Title IX coordinator is available at www.viterbo.edu/titleix.