The Institutional Research Analyst coordinates and implements qualitative research focused on student experiences, faculty/staff viewpoints, and institutional initiatives.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Conducts focus groups and interviews, collects data, interprets study results, provides customized research reports, and effectively communicates results in a variety of formats.
Organizes and analyzes data using qualitative data analysis software.
Prepares data visualizations to display research findings.
Prepares and gives presentations to college teams/councils regarding analysis findings, as requested.
Consults with staff and internal clients to identify qualitative study needs, focus group protocols and logistics.
Interprets, evaluates and clarifies research requests to determine potential data requirements and sources.
Assists other members of the Research & Analytical Services Department in supporting the College’s strategic planning and institutional effectiveness planning processes.
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with employees of all divisions throughout the college; functions effectively as a team player.
Responds to ad hoc requests for research and data analysis.
Maintains familiarity with academic assessment and program evaluation.
Maintains familiarity with the College‘s policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
Travels throughout the college district, as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Marketing, Education, Business, or related field preferred; Master’s Degree preferred.
At least one (1) year of experience in research projects requiring focus groups, in-depth interviews, and usability studies, required.
Experience with qualitative data analysis software, preferred.
Experience in a post-secondary educational environment, preferred.
Checks, Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Security Sensitive position: all applicants are subject to a criminal background check under South Texas College policy.
In addition, subject to a federal background check.
Must have or qualify for a valid Texas driver’s license and proof of liability insurance.
Annual Security Report and Non-Discrimination Statements:
