Institutional Research Analyst and Programmer
Application Procedure:
Please submit the following online:
- cover letter,
- resume,
- contact information (name. email address and telephone number) for three (3) references, and
- a fully completed Old Westbury employment application (available during the online application process).
Only applications submitted online will be considered.
Job Duties
Job Qualifications
- Requirements:
- Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science.
- Experience in a data analysis or programming role.
- Experience in generating reports and providing data insights to support decision-making processes.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Python, R, or Java.
- Experience with data management systems (e.g., SQL databases, relational databases, data warehousing).
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and statistical software (e.g., Excel).
- Strong experience with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- System integration and troubleshooting of data-related software applications.
- Attention to detail and to maintain data integrity across multiple systems.
- Ability to communicate complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
- Presentation skills for reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science.
- Previous experience in a data analysis or programming role, preferably within an academic or institutional research setting.
- Familiarity with higher education data and accreditation reporting.
- Knowledge of data integration techniques to connect Student Information Systems (Banner), Learning Management Systems (Brightspace), Assessment Platforms (SPOL, Watermark, Qualtrics) etc.
Institution Description
he State University of New York at Old Westbury is a dynamic and diverse public liberal arts college that fosters academic excellence through close interaction among students, faculty and staff. Old Westbury weaves the values of integrity, community engagement, and global citizenship into the fabric of its academic programs and campus life. In an environment that cultivates critical thinking, empathy, creativity and intercultural understanding, we endeavor to stimulate a passion for learning and a commitment to building a more just and sustainable world. The University is a community of students, teachers, staff, and alumni bound together in mutual support, respect, and dedication to the Mission. SUNY Old Westbury serves large populations of underrepresented, first-generation, and non-traditional students. Candidates with experience working with a similar student body, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting these populations, are strongly encouraged to apply. Since its foundation in 1965, SUNY Old Westbury has been committed to social justice, diversity, and the empowerment of traditionally underserved populations. The University serves a large proportion of non-traditional students and has earned the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from Insight into Diversity magazine for eight consecutive years. Located on a 604-acre campus on Long Island, Nassau County, about 40 miles from New York City, SUNY Old Westbury comprises four Schools (Education, Business, Arts and Sciences and Professional Studies) with total enrollment of 4400 students. For more details about the SUNY Old Westbury, please refer to our website at www.oldwestbury.edu.
Benefits
https://www.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/benefits/benefit-summaries/UUP-FT-Benefits-at-a-Glance-Jan-2025.pdf
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