Institutional Research Analyst

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Oregon is seeking an Institutional Research Analyst to support the Office of Data Enablement and BFADA. The role focuses on collecting, analyzing, and communicating data related to student and faculty success, and on producing timely, accurate analyses that inform curricular priorities.

The analyst develops dashboards, standard reports, and analytical tools while translating findings for non-technical audiences and coordinating with campus partners to promote data governance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, social science, education, or related field and two years of experience in research or data analysis.
• Two years' experience using data visualization software (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Experience producing dashboards, regular reports, and ad hoc analyses for decision makers using SQL, R, Python, Power BI, Tableau.
• Experience with complex relational databases and statistical resources like query and BI tools.
• Experience using statistical software such as Stata, SPSS, SAS, or R.

Responsibilities

• Develop dashboards and standard/ad hoc reports to inform curriculum, program, and student success.
• Translate findings into clear insights for diverse audiences and support decision-making.
• Collaborate with campus data partners to promote shared data definitions and data access.
• Support strategic plan implementation, curricular analytics, and assessment reporting.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, social science, education, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

R

Python

Job description

Institutional Research Analyst

Department: Budget, Financial Analysis, and DataAnalytics

Appointment Type and Duration: Regular,Ongoing

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 per year

Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year2026-2027

FTE: 1.0

Hybrid eligible

Application Review Begins

September 17, 2026; open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

A completed application includes:

• An online application
• A resume
• A brief cover letter (no more than one page) describing one ortwo examples from your experience that best demonstrate yourqualifications for this position. Your response shouldaddress:
  • Your experience working with data tools and systems to produceanalysis, reporting or visualizations to supportdecision-making.
  • How you have (a) translated complex data into clear andactionable insights for non-technical audiences and (b) worked withstakeholders to understand their needs.

We are interested in finding the best candidate for the position.We encourage you to apply, even if you don't think you meet everyone of our preferred qualifications--use your application to let usknow what is meaningful to you about the role and what transferableskills or other qualities you would bring.

If you have questions about the application process or theposition, please reach out to [e-mail].

Department Summary

The Budget, Financial Analysis and Data Analytics (BFADA) divisionreports to the Senior Vice President for Finance and Administrationwith a dotted line to the Office of the Provost. BFADA units are aninstitutional resource and provide strategic and operationalbudget, financial analysis, and data analytics services to alllevels of the University of Oregon.

The office of Data Enablement within BFADA supports faculty, staff,and leadership to use data deliberately to support decision making.The Data Enablement team empowers effective data use by deliveringtrusted data, data tools, and user support. We partner withacademic and administrative units to ensure governance andmanagement of data, provide consistent data definitions and accessto information, and create data tools for decision support at alllevels of the organization.

BFADA supports the university's mission by delivering financialtools and operational support to academic and administrative unitsand supports decision makers with consistent, timely, and accuratereports and strategic insights. The division is committed tostrategic priorities of the Finance and Administrationportfolio.

Position Summary

The Research Analyst supports the Office of Data Enablement'smission to provide trusted data, data tools, and user support forinstitutional decision-making. This position works on a team thatsupports data needs across campus, but primarily partners withAcademic Affairs to collect, analyze, and communicate data relatedto student and faculty success, with an emphasis on producingtimely, accurate, and well managed analyses that inform academicand curricular priorities.

Working independently and collaboratively, the analyst developsdashboards, standard and ad hoc reports, and analytical tools thataddress critical questions related to curriculum, program andstudent learning outcome assessment, and student success.Responsibilities include managing data collection and cleaning,selecting appropriate methodologies, and translating findings intoclear findings for diverse audiences. The role supports keyinstitutional efforts such as strategic plan implementation,curricular analytics, and assessment reporting.

The Research Analyst collaborates with campus data partners topromote shared data definitions, access, and efficiencies thatstrengthen internal data use. The position also contributes toproactive data dissemination and user education, expandingeffective use of existing data sources and tools. This rolerequires careful handling of sensitive and confidential data,strong time management skills, and the ability to manage multipleprojects in a dynamic environment.

The position is grounded in a commitment to user-support, effectivedecision-making and to improving institutional practice throughthoughtful analysis, clear communication, and well-designed datatools.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, social science,education, or related field, AND two years of experience inresearch, data analysis, or assessment (or equivalent combinationof education and experience)
• Two year's experience using data visualization software (e.g.,Power BI, Tableau)
• Experience producing and maintaining dashboards, regularperformance reports, and/or ad hoc analyses for decision makersusing tools such as SQL, R, Python, Power BI, Tableau.
• Experience working successfully with complex relational databasesand with statistical resources such as query and businessintelligence tools.
• Experience using statistical analysis software (e.g., Stata,SPSS, SAS, R).

Professional Competencies

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with theability to manage multiple projects and firm deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively witha wide variety of university constituencies.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative teamenvironment.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, accurate, and audience appropriate insights for non technical users.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with higher education learning outcome assessment orprogram evaluation.
• Experience working with sensitive or confidential data andapplying appropriate data stewardship and privacy practices.
• Graduate-level coursework in statistics, research methods, datamanagement, social-science research or relevant experience.

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successfulcompletion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefitspackage to eligible employees, including health insurance,retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information aboutbenefits, visit ourwebsite.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institutioncommitted to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americanswith Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualifiedindividuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of anyprotected status, including veteran and disability status. TheUniversity is committed to providing reasonable accommodations toapplicants and employees with disabilities. To request anaccommodation in connection with the application process, pleaseemail us or call541-346-5112.

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