Institutional Data Analyst — Research & Reporting

RiseMe; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Livingstone College seeks an Institutional Data Analyst to oversee the data lifecycle—from ingestion and cleaning to analysis and reporting—in the Office for Institutional Research. This full-time, exempt position supports budgets, grants, and operations with accurate data and reliable dashboards.

The analyst collaborates with researchers and departments, ensures compliance and security, and communicates complex findings to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Suite, the ability to organize activities and work well with others.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, the ability to manage time-sensitive projects concurrently in a collaborative environment.
• A degree in data analytics, computer science, economics, or a related field, plus 2-3 years of relevant experience preferred; Or
• An equivalent combination of education, specialized training and directly related professional experience with software used for data manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document standardized data collection and intake processes.
• Coordinate with internal and external researchers / writers to obtain datasets.
• Clean, validate, and standardize datasets to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Analyze datasets to help the team meet rapid response requests from the President’s Office, grant-writers, and the public.
• Assist in data storage systems, maintain dashboards, and ensure data is readily available to authorized users.
• Assist in presenting complex data and analytical content to a wide range of audiences on a need-to-know basis.
• Assist in ensuring that data handling complies with relevant agreements and regulations, monitor and enforce data security and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Project management

Education

Degree in data analytics or related field

2-3 years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Livingstone College seeks an Institutional Data Analyst to oversee the data lifecycle—from ingestion and cleaning to analysis and reporting—in the Office for Institutional Research. This full-time, exempt position supports budgets, grants, and operations with accurate data and reliable dashboards.

The analyst collaborates with researchers and departments, ensures compliance and security, and communicates complex findings to diverse audiences.