Research and Assessment Specialist

Winston-Salem State University

Winston-Salem, Northern (NC, KY)

Hybrid

USD 62,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Winston-Salem State University seeks a Research and Assessment Specialist to support the Office of Institutional Assessment and Research. The role focuses on enhancing academic learning by providing data for instructional improvement and environment enhancement.

The position involves data collection from internal and external sources, analysis, and presentation of information to aid planning, decision-making, and policy formulation within the university.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, statistics, behavioral science or related field.
Three years of assessment related training or experience in a higher education setting, including one year of experience conducting statistical analyses and preparing reports using qualitative or quantitative data.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions

Responsibilities

Assist in fulfilling internal data requests for institutional planning and assessment.
Lead course evaluation processes and assist with academic planning efforts.
Coordinate assessment activities with other staff and faculty, manage multiple tasks and timelines.
Keep up with developments and trends in educational learning outcomes and survey research.
Maintain knowledge of research and survey design principles and data analysis procedures using software such as Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, Survey Tracker, Watermark’s Course Evaluation and Survey, and Microsoft Forms.
Develop questionnaires, surveys, and sampling methods to ensure accurate data collection.
Prepare detailed reports, charts, and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
Monitor survey performance, check for bias, and maintain data accuracy.
Collaborate with teams to align survey objectives with business strategies, such as market research or policy development.
Coordinate resources to obtain institutional data and support institutional effectiveness
Compile data from multiple sources including assessment platforms such as Watermark, Taskstream, and SPOL.
Assist with the collection, analysis, and interpretation of institutional data using WSSU technology software including EAB, Watermark, Webfocus.
Interpret results, conduct appropriate analyses, and present data in reports

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

Survey design

Qualitative data

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, statistics, behavioral science or related field

Master’s degree in Psychology, Education, Statistics, Behavioral Science or related field

Tools

Qualtrics

SurveyMonkey

Survey Tracker

Watermark

WebFOCUS

EAB

Microsoft Forms

Job description

Classification Information

Position Classification Title

Position Classification Title Institutional Assessment/Academic Assessment Professional

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Position Class

Position Class 89759

Position Overview

Join the Ramily!

Winston-Salem State University ( WSSU ) is a distinguished institution that combines academic excellence, community engagement, and a commitment to fostering student success. We are proud to be North Carolina’s only university to earn the distinguished designation of Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classifications of Higher Education and the American Council on Education ( ACE ). WSSU is dedicated to preparing students for leadership roles through rigorous programs in health sciences, business, education, and the humanities. Known for its supportive environment, the university fosters a close-knit community that nurtures both professional and academic excellence.

Situated in Winston-Salem, North Carolina—known as the City of Arts and Innovation, WSSU provides students with opportunities to engage in a dynamic mix of professional, social, and cultural experiences. Winston-Salem is home to thriving arts, healthcare, and technology sectors, offering both students and faculty unique collaboration opportunities and professional development pathways.

With its beautiful campus, strong sense of community, and dedication to fostering personal and professional growth, Winston-Salem State University is an ideal place to teach, work, and learn.

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Winston-Salem State University is seeking a Research and Assessment Specialist to join the Office of Institutional Assessment and Research!

The primary purpose of this position is to enhance academic learning by providing staff, faculty, and administration with data that they can use to improve their instruction as well as information that can be used to enhance the academic environment to make it more conducive for learning for our students.

The Office of Institutional Assessment and Research has, as its primary mission, the collection of data (from both internal and external sources), and the analysis, distribution, and presentation of this information for use in planning, decision-making, and policy formulation at Winston-Salem State University. The Office is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of vital University statistics, and for reporting these data to a broad spectrum of information consumers. A major function of the Office is to assist personnel in other units with research and assessment methodology, analysis, and evaluation. The Office undertakes a wide variety of student outcome assessment projects and major survey research projects in the areas of admissions and retention. The Office of Institutional Assessment and Research ( IAR ) is also responsible for conducting various surveys with Winston-Salem State University.

Primary Responsibilities of the Research and Assessment Specialist

Assist in fulfilling internal data requests for institutional planning and assessment.
Lead course evaluation processes and assist with academic planning efforts.
Coordinate assessment activities with other staff and faculty, manage multiple tasks and different timelines as required by each specific activity.
Keep up with developments and trends in educational learning outcomes and survey research.
Maintain knowledge of research and survey design principles as well as data analysis procedures using software such as Qualtrics, Survey Monkey, Survey Tracker, Watermark’s Course Evaluation and Survey, and Microsoft Forms, etc.
Develop questionnaires, surveys, and sampling methods to ensure accurate and valid data collection.
Prepare detailed reports, charts, and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders and management.
Monitor survey performance, check for bias, and maintain data accuracy.
Collaborate with teams to align survey objectives with business strategies, such as market research or policy development.
Coordinate resources to obtain institutional data and support institutional effectiveness
Compile data from multiple sources including assessment platforms such as Watermark, Taskstream, and SPOL .
Assist with the collection, analysis, and interpretation of institutional data using WSSU technology software to include but not limited to EAB , Watermark, Webfocus, etc.
Interpret results, conduct appropriate analyses, decide how to present and visualize data in the preparation of reports

Position Information

Position Number

Position Number 210239

Working Position Title

Working Position Title Research and Assessment Specialist

Building and Room No.

Carolina Hall, G033

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Permanent Full-Time

If Time Limited.

If Time Limited. No

Appointment Length. N/A

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies Not Mandatory

Normal Work Schedule

8:00AM-5:00PM, Monday-Friday

Department Required Skills

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, statistics, behavioral science or related field
Three years of assessment related training or experience in a higher education setting, including one year of experience conducting statistical analyses and preparing reports using qualitative or quantitative data
- OR equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Master’s degree in Psychology, Education, Statistics, Behavioral Science or related field
Five years of assessment related training or experience in higher education setting.

Required License or Certification

Valid US Driver's License

Valid US Driver's License No

Commercial Driver's License Required

Commercial Driver's License Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required No

List any other medical/drug tests required

Internal Posting Only

Internal Posting Only No

Time Limited Position

Time Limited Position No