Job Title: RESEARCH ANALYST, INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH - Hamline Univeristy, St. Paul, MN

Deadline Date: Open Until Filled

Starting Date: July 1, 2009

Institution: Creative and innovative teaching and learning attract a diverse student body of nearly 4,900 undergraduate and graduate students to Hamline University. Challenged to create and apply knowledge in local and global contexts, Hamline students develop an individual and community ethic of social justice, civic responsibility, and inclusive leadership and service.

Hamline University is the top-ranked university in Minnesota in its class according to U.S.News & World Report, and the only Minnesota school in its class to be considered a "great school at a great price." Founded in 1854, Hamline is also Minnesota's first university, and among the first co-educational institutions in the nation.

Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Hamline is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and offers courses and degree programs in Saint Paul and Minneapolis. Visit our Web site for more information.

Job Duties: As a member of the Institutional Research Team the Research Analyst will be responsible for maintaining, compiling, analyzing and disseminating data about the university and its academic environment.

PRIMARY DUTIES
- Oversee and prioritize the collection, analysis and dissemination of all Institutional Research requests and activities.
- Gather and report data for internal and external surveys
- Provide data analysis, using standardized application of research and statistical methods.
- Prepare and present analytical information for use through written report and oral presentation.
- Work with Senior Leadership to evaluate the strategic data collection sets and analytical needs to support the university strategic initiatives.
- Complete ad-hoc research, data collection, analysis and presentations and other reporting as requested by senior administrators, deans, faculty and staff.

Qualifications:
REQUIRED
- Master’s Degree. Degree in related discipline such as Computer Science, Mathematics. Statistics or Business a plus.
- At least two years of similar work experience
- Familiar with SPSS or other statistical software.
- Exemplary attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Able to balance competing priorities and simultaneous multiple projects.

PREFERRED
- Previous experience with IPEDS, US News and other college surveys.
- Working knowledge of Banner database system and Crystal Reporting software, or similar query tools, data management and report writing software.

Salary/Benefits: Full medical, dental, life insurance, pension, vacation, sick leave, and a family tuition package.

To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and the names and phone numbers of three references to:

Office of Human Resources
Hamline University
1536 Hewitt Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55014
or via e-mail

This position will remain open until filled. The position may be closed upon the decision of the university.

EEO/AA: Hamline University is an equal opportunity/afirmative action employer.