Education and Research, Consulting Analyst - Q1 2027 Start Date (December 2026 Graduates)

Huron Consulting Services • Chicago, IL

19h

About The Position

Huron is hiring an Analyst to support education organizations, including higher education institutions and academic medical centers, with strategies and solutions that drive organizational effectiveness, improve student outcomes, implement technology, and align resources and investments for long-term sustainability. Analysts work on a range of client projects, collaborating with teams to develop insights, implement processes, and deliver results. The role includes training and coaching, independent and group work, relationship-building, and participation in culture-building initiatives from day one.

Responsibilities span stakeholder interviews, project coordination and communication, execution of workplans, assessment of opportunities, analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, and development of client recommendations and deliverables. The position also supports research administration processes, monitors research compliance, and communicates with research staff, departments, and sponsors. Consulting work requires travel to client sites; travel frequency depends on project and client needs. There is no in-office attendance requirement, but candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to Boston, Chicago, Washington, DC, Denver, or New York. U.S. work authorization is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the position, or equivalent work experience, obtained by December 2026.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn.
• Adaptability and accountability in a dynamic environment.
• Comfort learning and applying emerging technologies, including AI.
• Interest in working with higher education institutions.
• Attention to detail.
• U.S. work authorization.
• Must be in or willing to relocate to Boston, Chicago, Washington, DC, Denver, or New York.

Nice To Haves

• A degree or experience in a business- or healthcare-related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and participate in key stakeholder interviews with clients to gather qualitative information and understand institutional culture.
• Present key takeaways, communicate project updates, and organize project logistics with internal team members throughout engagements.
• Execute project workplans, escalate risks and barriers, and coordinate client communication to help meet delivery timelines.
• Assess opportunities with stakeholders and synthesize findings into comprehensive client recommendations.
• Coordinate with internal and external research administration stakeholders to improve processes and efficiency.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and communicate synthesized results to senior internal team members for client deliverables.
• Monitor institutional research compliance to support adherence to federal and state regulations.
• Communicate with research staff, research departments, and research sponsors to progress projects from commencement to completion.
• Travel to client sites as required by project and client needs.

What This Job Offers

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