Research Analyst

Association For Institutional Research; Eugene, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Oregon is seeking a Research Analyst to support data enablement, deliver dashboards and reports, and translate complex data into actionable insights for academic and curricular decision-making.

You will partner with Academic Affairs to produce timely, accurate analyses, manage data cleaning, and develop tools that address critical questions on curriculum and student success. Collaboration and data stewardship are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, social science, education, or related field, AND two years of experience in research, data analysis, or assessment (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Two year’s experience using data visualization software (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Experience producing and maintaining dashboards, regular performance reports, and/or ad hoc analyses for decision makers using tools such as SQL, R, Python, Power BI, Tableau.
• Experience working successfully with complex relational databases and with statistical resources such as query and business intelligence tools.
• Experience using statistical analysis software (e.g., Stata, SPSS, SAS, R).
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and firm deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a wide variety of university constituencies.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, accurate, and audience appropriate insights for non technical users.

Responsibilities

• Develop dashboards, standard and ad hoc reports, and analytical tools that address questions related to curriculum, program and student learning outcomes.
• Manage data collection and cleaning, select methodologies, and translate findings into clear findings for diverse audiences.
• Support institutional efforts such as strategic plan implementation, curricular analytics, and assessment reporting.
• Collaborate with campus data partners to promote shared data definitions, access, and efficiencies.
• Contribute to proactive data dissemination and user education, expanding use of existing data sources and tools.
• Handle sensitive and confidential data with care, manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Ground decisions in user-support, effective decision-making, and data-driven practice.

Skills

Data visualization

Dashboards

SQL

R

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Stata

SPSS

SAS

Data analysis

Education

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

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

R

Python

Stata

SPSS

SAS

Job description

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete application. A completed application includes:

• An online application
• A resume
• A brief cover letter (no more than one page) describing one or two examples from your experience that best demonstrate your qualifications for this position.

Your response should address:

• Your experience working with data tools and systems to produce analysis, reporting or visualizations to support decision-making.
• How you have (a) translated complex data into clear and actionable insights for non-technical audiences and (b) worked with stakeholders to understand their needs.

We are interested in finding the best candidate for the position.

Job Duties

The Research Analyst supports the Office of Data Enablement’s mission to provide trusted data, data tools, and user support for institutional decision-making. This position works on a team that supports data needs across campus, but primarily partners with Academic Affairs to collect, analyze, and communicate data related to student and faculty success, with an emphasis on producing timely, accurate, and well managed analyses that inform academic and curricular priorities.

Working independently and collaboratively, the analyst develops dashboards, standard and ad hoc reports, and analytical tools that address critical questions related to curriculum, program and student learning outcome assessment, and student success. Responsibilities include managing data collection and cleaning, selecting appropriate methodologies, and translating findings into clear findings for diverse audiences. The role supports key institutional efforts such as strategic plan implementation, curricular analytics, and assessment reporting.

The Research Analyst collaborates with campus data partners to promote shared data definitions, access, and efficiencies that strengthen internal data use. The position also contributes to proactive data dissemination and user education, expanding effective use of existing data sources and tools. This role requires careful handling of sensitive and confidential data, strong time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

The position is grounded in a commitment to user-support, effective decision-making and to improving institutional practice through thoughtful analysis, clear communication, and well-designed data tools.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, social science, education, or related field, AND two years of experience in research, data analysis, or assessment (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Two year’s experience using data visualization software (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Experience producing and maintaining dashboards, regular performance reports, and/or ad hoc analyses for decision makers using tools such as SQL, R, Python, Power BI, Tableau.
• Experience working successfully with complex relational databases and with statistical resources such as query and business intelligence tools.
• Experience using statistical analysis software (e.g., Stata, SPSS, SAS, R).
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and firm deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a wide variety of university constituencies.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.
• 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 or program evaluation.
• Experience working with sensitive or confidential data and applying appropriate data stewardship and privacy practices.
• Graduate-level coursework in statistics, research methods, data management, social-science research or relevant experience.

Institution Description

The University of Oregon's Office of Data Enablement is seeking a Research Analyst to help transform how data, analytics, and decision support services are delivered across the University. Working closely with partners across Academic Affairs and other campus units, you will develop reports, conduct useful analyses, improve processes, and translate complex data into actionable information for leaders, faculty, and staff. You will join a growing team that is working to strengthen a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, and expand the use of trusted data and analytics to support student success, faculty success, and institutional effectiveness. If you enjoy solving complex problems, collaborating with data users, and helping organizations make better decisions through data.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website .

Application Due Date: 2026-09-30

Job Start Date: 2027-01-01

State/Province/Region: OR

Institution: University of Oregon

Reports To: Director of Data Enablement

Staff # Reporting to Position: 0

Reports In Office: Office of Data Enablement

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