Research and Data Solutions Analyst

Chaffey College • Rancho Cucamonga, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, will perform the statistical and analytical work associated with the collection, review, and distribution of information.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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