Assessment Analyst

UMass Boston • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Assessment and Planning, the Assessment Analyst conducts research focused on learning assessment, institutional effectiveness, and policy evaluation to improve learning outcomes, while supporting institutional effectiveness and related projects.

The role contributes to planning and implementing assessment activities consistent with field best practices and regional and specialized accreditation expectations. The analyst works with campus constituencies to identify processes, methods, and policies for evaluation or assessment, including assessment practices within the Academic Quality and Development (AQUAD) process. In collaboration with the Office of Institutional Research, the analyst explores data needs and provides analytical, reporting, and research support for assessment efforts across academic departments and co-curricular units.

Requirements

• Master's degree in educational or social/behavioral science/policy research discipline from a regionally accredited institution and up to one year of experience; alternatively, a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of experience designing and conducting educational research studies.
• Ability to develop learning outcomes and identify appropriate outcome measures.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues to facilitate decision-making and improvement action steps.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze, and report quantitative and qualitative data.
• Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the university system.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong commitment to customer service.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a higher education setting; experience may be in research, administration, or teaching.
• Knowledge of data analytics, data mining, or data visualization tools, such as Tableau.
• Knowledge of assessment tools such as Canvas/Insights.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in collaborating with academic departments, schools, and colleges to develop and operate assessment programs, including supporting faculty and staff with data gathering, analysis, and summary feedback.
• Assist the Director in supporting faculty and non-academic administrators in developing assessment plans and using assessment data for continuous improvement and data-informed decision-making.
• Coordinate assessment plans and activities with Institutional Research processes to provide data and analytical support to assessment practitioners.
• Collaborate with campus constituencies, including the University Assessment Council and Office of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging, to contribute to an inclusive culture of assessment.
• Support alignment of campus-wide programs, including AQUAD and Student Success initiatives, that incorporate assessment activities and processes.
• Stay current with assessment and evaluation best practices through organizational memberships, journals, and relevant regional and national meetings, as appropriate.
• Curate resource links for assessment and evaluation best practices, as well as campus reports and presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level