Institutional Research Analyst II

Unleash YOUR Potential With Us 

As a next-generation public research institute, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve. 

The Office of Data and Strategic Projects:

The Office of Data and Strategic Projects (DSP) is part of the Division of Student Learning and Academic Success (SLAS) and College of Undergraduate Studies, and provides guidance and support to enhance student retention, graduation, and success.

The Opportunity:

The Office of Data and Strategic Projects seeks a highly motivated Institutional Research Analyst II to support units in the Division of Student Learning and Academic Success (SLAS) with data collection, analysis, reporting, and dissemination of findings to internal and external bodies that facilitate decision-making, strategic planning, and university assessment.

Responsibilities:  

• Completing routine and ad-hoc data requests, which includes formulating queries from various database systems; prepping, wrangling, and disaggregating data; analyzing data and generating comprehensive tables, charts, and graphs using statistical software; and producing deliverables for stakeholders (lists, reports, summaries, dashboards, presentations, etc.).

• Tracking retention, persistence, and graduation rates for first time in college and transfer student cohorts, and reporting progress toward goals and performance metrics.

• Assisting the Director with surveys (design, disbursement, data collection, data entry, transformation, and analysis); interviews and focus groups (protocols, facilitation, and documentation); and impact evaluation plans.

• Disbursing resources and facilitating data literacy workshops/trainings.

Minimum Qualifications:  

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 2+ years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Academic degree in educational research, statistics, social science, or related fields.

• Experience working with nested and large-scale datasets.

• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills.

• High levels of data integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.

• Knowledgeable about institutional research, assessment, and/or evaluation.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Proficient with SPSS, SAS, or other statistical software tools/packages.

• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills.

• Organizational and project management skills.

• Goal oriented, adaptive, and collaborative team member.

• Positive attitude and passion for student success.

Additional Application Materials Required: 

Please submit cover letter and resume with application.

Are Benefits Important to You? 

Working at UCF has its perks!  In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers: 

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, go to UCF Employee Benefits Guide (12-14-21) 

Who Are We? 

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, Ph.D.’s., certificates, and more. 

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins. 

Department

Student Learning and Academic Success – Office of Data and Strategic Projects

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$56,030.00

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at  http//www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.