Research Analyst

1 day ago


Sacramento CA United States California State University Full time

Working Title: Research Analyst

Classification Title: Research Technician II

Posting Details

Priority Application Deadline: Tuesday, November 19th @ 11:55pm PST (Posting will remain open until filled)

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2, 5, 7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Executive Director of the CSU ASAPs, the Research Analyst (Research Technician II) will be responsible for generating various reports to the CSU Chancellor’s Office and State Government, as well as other organizations. The research analyst will administer surveys and provide support for the surveys conducted by other campuses in the CSU, and assist the ED, CSU ASAP staff, and consultants in research projects to support evaluation, assessment, and planning. The Research Analyst will work closely with the CSU Office of Research & Analysis, the Sacramento State Office of Institutional Research, Effectiveness, and Planning (OIREP), and the Institute for Social Research.

FLSA : Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range : $5,500 per month - $7,500 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range : $3,721 per month - $7,942 per month

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Salary Grade/Range : 1

Recruitment Type : Temporary (annually renewable)

Time Base : Full-Time

Work Hours : M-F 8 am - 5 pm

Department Information

The California State University Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Student Achievement Program (CSU ASAP) was authorized by the California Education Code Section 89297.1 in 2022. The legislation provides for $8 million in ongoing funding for culturally responsive services to enhance student educational experiences and promote higher education success for low-income, underserved, and first-generation AANHPI students and other underrepresented students.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities : Thorough knowledge of research techniques, including the planning of studies and investigations, determining variables, developing bibliographical and other sources of data, and preparation of research reports; general knowledge of statistical principles and procedures, including methods of collecting statistical data, simple correlation methods, time series analyses, analysis of frequency series, sampling techniques, and construction of index numbers; general knowledge of sources of information on social, economic, and population trends in California.

Ability to prepare questionnaires and other survey instruments; ability to gather, compile, and analyze research data, and to present data in tabular, graphic, and pictorial form; ability to prepare and work clear and comprehensive reports; capacity for independent and creative thinking and writing on research and statistical problems; ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of a small team.

and

Experience : Two years of progressively responsible experience in technical research or statistical work in the collection, compilation, and analysis of data. Graduate study in the social sciences, economics, mathematics, statistics, public or business administration or engineering may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

and

Education : Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university. Additional experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge.

Required Qualifications

Education

  1. Bachelor's Degree in computer science, education, information systems or related field from an accredited university or college, or equivalent training and applied experience.

Experience

  1. Experience using computer-based reporting tools and analytics software (e.g. SPSS Statistics, R, SQL, Cognos).
  1. Experience working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  1. Excellent research and analytical skills.
  2. Working knowledge of survey design and administration.
  3. Excellent interpersonal skills.
  4. Excellent communication skills.
  5. Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high level of self-motivation.
  6. Strong organization and detail-oriented skills.
  7. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Conditions of Employment

- Ability to successfully pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

  1. Master's degree from an accredited university or college.
  2. Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in data analysis, predictive and inferential statistics, data cleaning, survey design, and dissemination of findings.
  3. Advanced knowledge of data cleaning, analysis, and modeling with SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences), R (programming language) and/or other software or programming languages typically used in data science and statistical analysis.

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and cover letter. Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world.

Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.”

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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