Senior Research Analyst

21 hours ago


Salt Lake, Utah, United States Western Governors University Full time
Job Title: Senior Research Analyst

Are you passionate about leveraging data to drive business decisions? Do you have a knack for analyzing complex data sets and identifying trends? We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Analyst to join our team at Western Governors University.

About the Role:

This is a full-time, regular position that will play a critical role in supporting our Academic Portfolio Management team. As a Senior Research Analyst, you will be responsible for providing critical data-driven insights to guide strategic program development and workforce alignment. You will analyze real-time labor market trends, employer feedback, and national alumni pathways to ensure our academic offerings are relevant and competitive.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop comprehensive Workforce Intelligence Reports highlighting high-demand skills, workforce trends, and qualitative employer insights.
  • Collaborate with academic leaders, portfolio teams, and workforce development experts to integrate insights into program decision-making and discussions with Program Advisory Councils.
  • Establish and track performance metrics to measure the impact of workforce alignment on program success.
  • Present findings to senior leadership and contribute to best practices for incorporating workforce intelligence into academic strategies.
Requirements:
  • 5+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree, or 3+ years and a master's degree, or a doctorate or terminal degree without experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, applied mathematics discipline, business, or other related degrees.
  • 2+ years of experience conducting qualitative research, including executive-level focus groups and interviews, to gather insights on employer needs, industry trends, and skills gaps.
  • 4 years experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or information technology.
  • Experience working with Agile methodology.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in statistics, social sciences, data analytics, or other related degree.
  • Experience working in Higher Education.
  • Experience working with Salesforce.
  • Time-series forecasting, machine learning, advanced ETL development, Spark, and big data.
  • Experience coding in SAS, SPSS, Stata, or other recognized statistical software.
  • Proficiency in Python, R, or Scala for processing and analyzing data.
  • Experience creating Machine Learning Predictive Models.
  • Experience in survey design and sampling methodology.
Competencies:
  • Organizational Impact: Works to achieve operational targets with a significant impact on department, Function, or Office results.
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making: Responsible for leveraging a systems-thinking approach, making moderate to significant improvements of processes, systems, and plans within the department, Function, or Office.
  • Communication & Influence: Collaborates cross-functionally with employees within and outside of the department. Typically has responsibility for communicating with parties external to the University.
  • Leadership & Talent Management: Is responsible for providing guidance, coaching, and training to other employees in the department, Function, or Office. Responsible for managing projects involving delegation of work and review of others' work products.
What We Offer:

At Western Governors University, we offer a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $120,400, depending on experience and qualifications. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and mental healthcare, as well as a retirement savings plan and flexible paid time off.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about data-driven decision-making and have a strong analytical background, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.


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