Remote Research Analyst — Education Programs & Impact

California Polytechnic State University; San Luis Obispo (CA); Hybrid; USD 66,156 - 80,640; Full time

Job summary

California Polytechnic State University is seeking a Research Analyst to support the Promise Scholars program, EOP, and TRIO Achievers. The role focuses on tracking, assessing, analyzing, and reporting program effectiveness and impacts on student success.

You will collaborate with diverse campus partners, translate data into actionable insights, and help inform strategic decisions in SEMSA and Academic Affairs.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college; three years of technical or administrative experience.
• A graduate degree in a related field may substitute for one year of required experience.
• Strong analytical and communication skills demonstrated in program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Lead tracking, assessing, analyzing, and reporting academic, community engagement, and program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with students, faculty, and staff across Cal Poly Scholars, EOP, and TRIO Achievers.
• Serve as an internal and external resource for program evaluation and data-driven decision making.

Skills

Research & Analysis

Data Reporting

Stakeholder Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Data Tools

Job description

California Polytechnic State University is seeking a Research Analyst to support the Promise Scholars program, EOP, and TRIO Achievers. The role focuses on tracking, assessing, analyzing, and reporting program effectiveness and impacts on student success.

You will collaborate with diverse campus partners, translate data into actionable insights, and help inform strategic decisions in SEMSA and Academic Affairs.