UESS Data Analyst

UO HR Website•Eugene, OR

19d•$23 - $35

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Data and Assessment (DDA) in the Division of Undergraduate Education and Student Success (UESS), the Data Analyst is responsible for supporting the collection, analysis, interpretation, and use of data to enhance student and program success. With guidance from the DDA, the Analyst’s work will focus on standardizing the collection of data related to students’ experiences with UESS units and programs; supporting UESS program evaluation by developing data tools and reports that capture trends and patterns in program outcomes and success metrics; and managing a central repository for regular and recurring data and assessment reports. Importantly, the Data Analyst must be committed to using data to close equity gaps for historically under-supported and under-served student groups, including underrepresented minority (URM), first-generation, and low-income students. The Data Analyst will play an important role in strengthening the culture of evidence at UO by serving as a collaborative, equity-minded partner to UESS program leadership and staff. The Analyst will be an integral team member with the ability to directly impact continuous improvement efforts and promote student success at UO.

Requirements

College level courses in statistics (at least six quarter hours); research methods and techniques (e.g., research design, sampling, surveying, etc.); and computer software application or packages (e.g., Statistical Analyses System, Lotus 1-2-3, etc.); OR Three years of experience assisting with the gathering, compiling, analyzing, and reporting of research information and statistical data plus assisting with the drafting of this information into narrative or statistical reports,; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience. Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses.
Excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.
Ability to clearly communicate complex information with varying levels of detail as appropriate for different contexts and audiences.
Ability to obtain and exchange information with sensitivity, maintaining appropriate levels of confidentiality.
Ability to implement equity-minded data analysis.

Nice To Haves

Experience using relational data sets or creating database reports using Cognos or similar programs.
Experience with qualitative data analysis.
Education or training in educational or other social science research (e.g., sociology, political science).
Graduate-level coursework in statistics, research methods, data management, or programming or relevant experience.
Interest in and experience with higher education assessment or program evaluation.

Responsibilities

supporting the collection, analysis, interpretation, and use of data to enhance student and program success.
standardizing the collection of data related to students’ experiences with UESS units and programs
supporting UESS program evaluation by developing data tools and reports that capture trends and patterns in program outcomes and success metrics
managing a central repository for regular and recurring data and assessment reports.
using data to close equity gaps for historically under-supported and under-served student groups, including underrepresented minority (URM), first-generation, and low-income students.
strengthening the culture of evidence at UO by serving as a collaborative, equity-minded partner to UESS program leadership and staff.

Benefits

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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