Senior Institutional Research Analyst

Application Procedure:

Job Duties

  • Provides subject matter expertise in advanced data management and statistical analysis, including extracting and using data from systems such as student information system (SIS), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and other allied third-party technology

  • Analyzes institutional data in relation to institutional assessment and effectiveness and key performance indicators

  • Oversees all aspects of survey research to include the design, collection, analysis, and dissemination of results related to institutional assessment and effectiveness at the three Richmond HEIs

  • Supports completion of internal and external reports and surveys for the Richmond HEIs, including recurring ones from census as well as from the SIS

  • Disseminates official results in a timely manner to appropriate internal and external agencies or audiences, including preparing reports, constructing presentations, and completing survey forms, interpreting institutional statistics for a wide variety of external agencies as well as Richmond HEI administrators, faculty, staff, and students

  • Responds to ad hoc requests for data and analyses in a timely fashion

  • Creates and maintains a timeline of all recurring internal and external reports and surveys for the three Richmond HEIs

  • Contributes to the development, implementation, and management of a data warehouse, and business intelligence (BI) and visualization tools

Job Qualifications

Education

Bachelors Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or Social or Education Research (required)

Masters Degree in Higher Education, Statistics, or Computer Information Systems (preferred)

Work Experience

3 years of data analysis or related experience in higher education setting (required)

Skills

Data Management

Quantitative Data

Qualitative Data

Student information systems

Data mining

Data analysis

Data visualization

Business Intelligence

Data analysis tools

Reporting software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

SQL

IBM SPSS.

Initiative

Mentorship

Survey research

Working independently

Organization

Prioritize multiple projects

Deadline management

Communication skills

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse internal and external constituencies

Institution Description

The Senior Institutional Research (IR) Analyst is responsible for coordinating fundamental support that will assist Richmond Higher Education Institutions (RHEI) leaders in making data informed decisions. This position is responsible for providing and analyzing institutional data in relation to institutional assessment, effectiveness, key performance indicators, and other areas (programmatic and departmental) related to institutional effectiveness. This position is also responsible for all aspects of survey research, such as the design, collection, analysis, and suggested recommendations for action.

The RHEI are owned by Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH), which is a catholic health system headquartered in Cincinnati, OH. The RHEI are made up of the Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, the Bon Secours St. Mary's School of Medical Imaging, and the Bon Secours Southside College of Health Sciences. The Senior IR Analyst will be a member of the Administration shared service team that supports all 3 institutions. To learn more about the position and apply, please go to https://careers.bonsecours.com/us/en/job/R257075/Senior-Institutional-Research-Analyst

Benefits

As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

Application Due Date: 2025-12-31
Job Start Date: 2025-12-08
Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.
City: Richmond
State/Province/Region: VA
Institution: Richmond Higher Education Institutions
Reports To: Dean of Administration
Staff # Reporting to Position: 0
Reports In Office: Administration

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