Department:
Location:
Belknap Campus
Time Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Req ID:
R109041
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 6 (Salaried)
Position Description:
The Institutional Research Analyst I position supports the Office of Institutional Research, Analytics, and Decision Support by assisting with data collection, reporting, validation, and routine analytical activities. Working under close supervision, this position develops knowledge of institutional data, reporting processes, and higher education analytics while contributing to recurring reports, survey administration, and institutional data requests.
The Institutional Research Analyst I works collaboratively with other analysts to ensure data integrity, maintain reporting accuracy, and provide timely, customer-focused analytical support to academic and administrative departments. This position participates in professional development activities to build technical and analytical competencies.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa for this position. The position is also 100% in-person, Monday - Friday on our Belknap campus.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with institutional data requests and recurring reporting activities.
Collect, validate, and organize institutional data from multiple sources.
Perform routine data quality assurance and validation activities.
Support state, federal, accreditation, and other required reporting processes.
Assist with benchmarking surveys, external surveys, and ad hoc data requests.
Develop familiarity with institutional reporting systems and analytical tools.
Collaborate with analysts and campus departments to support data needs.
Prepare basic reports, summaries, and data visualizations.
Document reporting procedures and maintain reporting documentation.
Maintain the confidentiality and integrity of institutional data.
Participate in professional development and training activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education.
Experience with data analysis, reporting, or business intelligence.
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and database concepts.
Experience using SQL, SAS, R, Python, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytical tools.
Familiarity with student information systems or enterprise administrative systems.
Demonstrated interest in institutional research, assessment, or higher education analytics.
Competencies
Analytical Thinking
Applies established analytical methods to collect, organize, and summarize information accurately while developing analytical judgment.
Attention to Detail
Produces accurate work, carefully reviews outputs, and follows established quality assurance procedures.
Customer Focus
Responds professionally to requests for information and demonstrates a commitment to providing accurate, timely service.
Communication
Communicates clearly and professionally in written and verbal interactions with colleagues and campus partners.
Collaboration
Works effectively as a member of a team, shares information appropriately, and contributes to a positive work environment.
Learning Agility
Demonstrates curiosity, seeks feedback, and continuously develops technical and professional knowledge.
Initiative
Completes assigned responsibilities independently, demonstrates accountability, and identifies opportunities for incremental improvements.
Integrity and Confidentiality
Exercises sound judgment when handling sensitive institutional information and adheres to applicable policies, regulations, and ethical standards.
Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.
Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.
Assistance and Accommodations
Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.
If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.
