Research and Data Solutions Analyst

Chaffey College; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Chaffey College is seeking a Research and Data Solutions Analyst to work in-person at Rancho Cucamonga, CA. You will develop and maintain data analytics infrastructure, automate learning analytics with predictive modeling, and build front-end visualizations for campus users.

You will provide data coaching, collaborate on research design, and conduct studies to evaluate instructional and student services programs. Strong background in statistics, data management, and visualization is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social/behavioral sciences, statistics, or related field.
• Knowledge of standard statistical procedures for sampling, correlation, projections, instrument design, and qualitative measures.
• One year of experience applying practical statistical and research methods.
• One year of experience in a postsecondary education environment with faculty, students, and staff.
• Ability to translate data into actionable information.
• Expertise in data management and predictive analytics.
• Knowledge of visualization tools such as Tableau or R-Shiny.
• Ability to collaborate and guide on data use for decision-making.
• Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds in a community college environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain learning/data analytics infrastructure for the campus.
• Develop and automate a learning analytics framework using predictive modeling.
• Build front-end visualizations and data tools for the campus audience.
• Provide data coaching to improve instruction, student, and administrative outcomes.
• Collaborate with others on research design and data solutions.
• Review student preparation levels to inform course outcomes.
• Design and conduct learning outcomes assessments and report findings.
• Develop research for evaluating instructional and student services.
• Maintain project databases for analysis of program patterns and trends.
• Provide research support and technical assistance for instructional and student services.
• Prepare written reports with tables, graphics, and statistical content.
• Conduct statistical, demographic, and empirical studies for district programs.
• Design studies to evaluate program implementations.
• Attend research-related meetings and workshops.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

Predictive modeling

Data management

Collaboration

Research methods

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social/behavioral sciences or statistics

Master's degree in related field (desirable)

Tools

Tableau

R-Shiny

SPSS/SAS

Job description

Research and Data Solutions Analyst

Chaffey College

Salary: $8,340.00 Monthly

Job Type: Classified Contract

Job Number: 26-27/00021

Location: 5885 Haven Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Department: Institutional Research

Closing: 11/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Position Description

Being able and ready to work in-person with Chaffey students, Chaffey employees, or other members of the Chaffey community/Chaffey partners/Chaffey contractors is an essential function of this job. Under supervision, will perform the statistical and analytical work associated with the collection, review, and distribution of information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a learning/data analytics infrastructure for the campus
• Develop and automate a learning analytics framework utilizing predictive modeling
• Build front-end visualizations and data tools for the wider campus audience
• Provide data coaching at all levels of the institution on analyzing and interpreting data to improve instruction, student, and administrative outcomes
• Collaborate and consult with others on projects and needs related to research design and data solutions
• Reviews levels of student preparation; supports faculty efforts to identify levels of knowledge, skill, and ability to be expected from students at various course levels.
• Works collaboratively with instructional, Student Services, and administrative programs to design and conduct learning outcomes assessment; presents assessment options to programs and assists programs in reporting and integrating learning outcomes assessment findings.
• Develop research for evaluation of instructional and student support programs and services.
• Develop and maintain project databases for analysis of program patterns and trends.
• Develop and maintain a collection of data and reports to support district research activity.
• Provide research support and technical assistance related to instructional and student services.
• Prepare written reports with accompanying tabular, graphic, and statistical contents; descriptions of analytical methods used; and narrative of results and conclusions.
• Conduct statistical, demographic, and empirical studies for the district's programs and services.
• Design and participate in studies to evaluate the effectiveness of the implementation of various program research.
• Attend research-related meetings, workshops, and conferences as appropriate.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with an educational background in social behavioral sciences, statistics, or related field (preferably with emphasis on organizational or educational research).
• Knowledge of research and design including standard statistical procedures related to sampling, correlation analysis, projections, instrument design, and qualitative measures applied to educational and social research.
• One (1) year of experience in applying practical statistical and research methods.
• One (1) year of experience working in a postsecondary education environment including direct contact with faculty, students, and administrative staff.
• Demonstrated ability in using standard statistical software packages.
• The ability to translate data into actionable information is essential
• Expertise in data management
• Expertise in predictive modeling and analytics
• Knowledge of visualization software and/or reporting-dashboard technology such as Tableau or R-Shiny
• Ability to collaborate with others and provide guidance on research and data and their implications for decision-making
• Demonstrated evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.

MEETING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT ASSURE THE CANDIDATE OF AN INTERVIEW. Applications will be evaluated taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, experience, skills, knowledge and abilities.

Desirable Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution with educational background in social behavioral sciences, statistics, or related field.
• Work as a team member on projects related to postsecondary education planning, institutional research/evaluation and grant/proposal development.

Additional Information

Special Conditions

Working hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm. Hours may vary according to the assignment.

Conditions of Employment

This is a full-time, 12-month, classified bargaining unit position. Starting date: as soon as possible. Range 35 of the CSEA Salary Schedule, with a starting salary of Step A, $8,340. Excellent benefits package.

Being able and ready to work in-person with Chaffey students, Chaffey employees, or other members of the Chaffey community/Chaffey partners/Chaffey contractors is an essential function of this job.