Principal Quantitative Research Analyst - Research Analysis Specialist Sr

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Saint Paul, MN

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About The Position

Saint Paul College’s principal expert in advanced quantitative research, evaluation, and statistical analysis. The position leads complex analyses of institutional data to answer strategic questions about college performance, effectiveness, and student outcomes; determines appropriate analytical approaches; and establishes what conclusions the available evidence can reasonably support. It provides methodological guidance to faculty, staff, and leaders conducting or using analysis across the college. By collaborating with stakeholders, the position helps them frame questions, interpret evidence, and apply findings to planning, evaluation, improvement, and decision-making. The role also strengthens data literacy and the responsible use of data and evidence across the college. All employees are responsible for promoting a culture that supports diversity and inclusion and for providing excellent customer service to internal and external contacts.

Requirements

Three years of professional experience conducting research, evaluation, and analysis using quantitative research methods, inferential statistical techniques, or other analytical methodologies. A graduate degree may substitute for 18 months of experience, a bachelor’s degree for 12 months, and an associate degree for 6 months.
Knowledge of quantitative research design, evaluation methodologies, and statistical analysis sufficient to select and apply appropriate analytical approaches.
Proficiency with data management concepts and tools, including data validation, documentation, and quality assurance practices.
Demonstrated ability to generate effective data visualizations and communicate analytical findings to diverse audiences.
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail and accuracy of information.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information, facilitate discussion, and support shared understanding among diverse audiences.
Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the institution cannot provide or take over employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in education, economics, psychometrics, sociology, statistics, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience with advanced quantitative research methods, inferential statistical techniques, evaluation methodologies, predictive analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other emerging analytical methods.
Proficiency with advanced analytical, statistical, and data visualization tools such as SQL, Power BI, R, Python, SPSS, or similar technologies.
Demonstrated experience working with higher education data systems and reporting environments to conduct research, evaluation, or analysis involving common measures of student success, enrollment, persistence, completion, transfer, and institutional performance.
Demonstrated experience partnering with stakeholders to identify information needs, frame research or evaluation questions, facilitate discussion and inquiry, interpret findings, and apply evidence to planning, evaluation, or improvement efforts.
Demonstrated experience promoting responsible use of data and evidence through methodological transparency, privacy protection, effective communication of assumptions, limitations, and caveats, and application of equity-minded inquiry to research and evaluation activities.
Demonstrated experience leading complex research, evaluation, or analytical projects involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and concurrent deadlines.

Responsibilities

Lead quantitative research, evaluative analysis, and institutional inquiry.
Consult and partner with faculty, staff, and leaders in the interpretation and application of evidence.
Advance data literacy and the responsible use of evidence.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure effective department operations and maintain the organization’s reputation as a viable business partner.

Benefits

Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a rollover option.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
12 paid holidays.
Generous vacation and sick time.
Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
Pension Plan.
457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts and various investment options.
Professional development.
Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents.