Institutional Research Analyst

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement programs

Paid tuition

Dependent scholarships

Annual leave

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking an Institutional Research Analyst to transform institutional data into accurate, meaningful information for reporting and compliance. You will work with Banner, PeopleSoft, and other data sources to deliver critical insights across the university.

You will prepare mandatory reports, collaborate across campuses, and enhance data quality and consistency to inform strategic decisions and policy development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a related field is preferred.
• Experience with higher education data, compliance reporting, or accreditation is preferred.
• Strong data validation and documentation skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Work with data from multiple systems to prepare key state, federal, and external reports.
• Collaborate with campus partners to strengthen data quality and consistency.
• Translate complex data into actionable information for decision making.

Skills

Relational databases

SQL querying

Statistical software

Data visualization

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree or higher

2+ years in higher education data

Tools

Banner

PeopleSoft

Cognos

SAS

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Department: PROV Office of Institutional Research Assessment and Analytics (OIRAA)

Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Job Summary

Join our Institutional Research and Analytics team and play an important role in turning institutional data into accurate, meaningful information that supports the University's reporting and compliance efforts. The Institutional Research Analyst works with data from multiple systems, prepares key state, federal, and external reports, and partners with colleagues across campus to strengthen data quality and consistency. This position is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and contributing to work that supports informed decision-making across the University.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to manage and prioritize many assignments/projects simultaneously. Enjoyment and comfort at working collaboratively in a deadline and detail-oriented setting.
• Experience with large, complex relational databases and in querying enterprise data systems (e.g., Banner, PeopleSoft) and warehouse environments. Demonstrated ability to quickly master new technology.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and at least one statistical software application such as SAS, SPSS, R, STATA, or Python. Strengths in problem solving, critical thinking, and data/statistical analyses.
• Experience in the development of effective data visualizations using tools such as Tableau or Power BI. Demonstrated effectiveness in communicating findings orally, graphically, and in written form to a variety of audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• A master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Technology, or related field. Two or more years working with higher education institutional data, compliance reporting, accreditation, state or federal reporting, or national surveys preferred.
• Experience with Banner, PeopleSoft, Cognos, SAS, Tableau, or similar reporting and data-management tools preferred. Strong attention to detail; ability to manage multiple deadlines; and demonstrated skill in data validation, documentation, problem solving, and communicating with campus partners.

Job Close Date 11/02/2026

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.