Institutional Research and Assessment Analyst
Application Procedure:
Please apply using this link: Institutional Research and Assessment Analyst - UMS Careers
To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on October 30, 2025.
For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Lisa Applegate at lisa.applegate@maine.edu or 207-581-3180.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.
Job Duties
The Institutional Research and Assessment Analyst assists in the collection, organization, and analysis of institutional data, as well as providing support for the assessment of student learning outcomes. The person in this position will have an opportunity to work closely with staff on both the Assessment and Institutional Research sides of the Office of Institutional Research and
Assessment.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Institutional Research
● Assist in the collection and extraction of data from various institutional systems (e.g., student information systems, HR systems, financial systems).
● Assist in the preparation of data for external reporting requirements (e.g., IPEDS, state agencies) by compiling information and verifying accuracy.
● Support survey research activities by developing Qualtrics surveys, assisting with survey administration, and compiling and summarizing survey findings.
● Help maintain and update existing Power BI dashboards.
● Produce tables, graphs, and narrative analysis of data to summarize data such as enrollment, student retention and success measures, credit hour production, and faculty instructional activity.
● Provide support for updating and maintaining a faculty activity reporting data system.
● Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
Assessment
● Support the Assistant Director in providing individual assessment support to programs developing assessment plans and tools.
● Help academic programs develop program learning outcomes, curriculum maps and assessment plans.
● Assist in preparing summary reports and presentations that highlight assessment findings, programmatic strengths and weaknesses, and actionable recommendations for improvement.
Complete Job Description
Assessment.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Institutional Research
● Assist in the collection and extraction of data from various institutional systems (e.g., student information systems, HR systems, financial systems).
● Assist in the preparation of data for external reporting requirements (e.g., IPEDS, state agencies) by compiling information and verifying accuracy.
● Support survey research activities by developing Qualtrics surveys, assisting with survey administration, and compiling and summarizing survey findings.
● Help maintain and update existing Power BI dashboards.
● Produce tables, graphs, and narrative analysis of data to summarize data such as enrollment, student retention and success measures, credit hour production, and faculty instructional activity.
● Provide support for updating and maintaining a faculty activity reporting data system.
● Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
Assessment
● Support the Assistant Director in providing individual assessment support to programs developing assessment plans and tools.
● Help academic programs develop program learning outcomes, curriculum maps and assessment plans.
● Assist in preparing summary reports and presentations that highlight assessment findings, programmatic strengths and weaknesses, and actionable recommendations for improvement.
Complete Job Description
Job Qualifications
Required
● Typically has the education associated with a Master’s Degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., assessment, statistics, educational research, business administration, public policy).
● One to two years of experience in university-wide data gathering and analysis
● Experience with data base management and analysis
● Experience with Excel/Google Sheets and statistical software packages (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R)
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
● Experience with Qualtrics or similar survey administration tool
● Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business analytics tools
● Foundational knowledge of best practices in program and general education assessment
● Typically has the education associated with a Master’s Degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., assessment, statistics, educational research, business administration, public policy).
● One to two years of experience in university-wide data gathering and analysis
● Experience with data base management and analysis
● Experience with Excel/Google Sheets and statistical software packages (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R)
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
● Experience with Qualtrics or similar survey administration tool
● Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business analytics tools
● Foundational knowledge of best practices in program and general education assessment
Institution Description
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.
Benefits
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.
Application Due Date: 2025-10-30
Job Start Date: 2025-12-01
Salary: $51183 - $65000
City: Orono
State/Province/Region: ME
Institution: University of Maine
Reports To: Assistant Provost for Institutional Research and Assessment
Staff # Reporting to Position: 0
Reports In Office: Institutional Research and Assessment
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