Research Analyst
Application Procedure:
Please apply through the VA State- PageUp System
Job Duties
Key Responsibilities Include:
• Assists the Associate Director of Institutional Research with reporting to IPEDS, SCHEV, US News, NCAA, and SACSCOC.
• Queries, compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data and other information needed for IR projects, such as the Common Data Set and ad hoc requests.
• Updates and maintains annually the VMI Fact Book.
• Synthesizes complex issues and presents them in a creative and non-technical manner in both print and online, including data visualizations and dashboards.
• Updates and maintains the office’s website with timely, relevant data and graphics.
• Assists with the SACSCOC compliance and assessment efforts as needed.
• Assists the Director and Associate Director in the analysis and reporting of other institutional data, as needed for planning, evaluation, and assessment.
• Participates in ongoing professional development activities to acquire and maintain knowledge and skills that are essential for performing the duties of the position and for supporting the Office in following best practices in data visualization and institutional research.
• Employs appropriate technologies for performing the duties of the position at the necessary level of proficiency, including the Institute’s Colleague system of institutional data, applications in Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), the Institute’s email system (MS Exchange), Adobe Acrobat, SAS/R, and Power BI.
• Assists the Associate Director of Institutional Research with reporting to IPEDS, SCHEV, US News, NCAA, and SACSCOC.
• Queries, compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data and other information needed for IR projects, such as the Common Data Set and ad hoc requests.
• Updates and maintains annually the VMI Fact Book.
• Synthesizes complex issues and presents them in a creative and non-technical manner in both print and online, including data visualizations and dashboards.
• Updates and maintains the office’s website with timely, relevant data and graphics.
• Assists with the SACSCOC compliance and assessment efforts as needed.
• Assists the Director and Associate Director in the analysis and reporting of other institutional data, as needed for planning, evaluation, and assessment.
• Participates in ongoing professional development activities to acquire and maintain knowledge and skills that are essential for performing the duties of the position and for supporting the Office in following best practices in data visualization and institutional research.
• Employs appropriate technologies for performing the duties of the position at the necessary level of proficiency, including the Institute’s Colleague system of institutional data, applications in Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), the Institute’s email system (MS Exchange), Adobe Acrobat, SAS/R, and Power BI.
Job Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline.
• Experience with data analysis, database management, and website content management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with campus personnel and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
Additional Considerations:
• Graduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Previous experience in higher education institutional research, including state/federal reporting and fact book production.
• Familiarity with programming logic, conditional statements, and query languages such as SQL, SAS, or R. Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated interest in expanding expertise in institutional research.
• VMI graduates and/or individuals with military or government service experience are encouraged to apply.
Please include a CV, cover letter and contact information for three references. Online applications accepted until the position is filled. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply.
Contact:
Dr. Andrew Luna
Director of Institutional Effectiveness
lunaal@vmi.edu
The Virginia Military Institute is committed to providing an environment that emphasizes the dignity and worth of every member of its community and that is free from harassment and discrimination based on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities, or based on any other status protected by law.
• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline.
• Experience with data analysis, database management, and website content management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with campus personnel and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
Additional Considerations:
• Graduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Previous experience in higher education institutional research, including state/federal reporting and fact book production.
• Familiarity with programming logic, conditional statements, and query languages such as SQL, SAS, or R. Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated interest in expanding expertise in institutional research.
• VMI graduates and/or individuals with military or government service experience are encouraged to apply.
Please include a CV, cover letter and contact information for three references. Online applications accepted until the position is filled. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply.
Contact:
Dr. Andrew Luna
Director of Institutional Effectiveness
lunaal@vmi.edu
The Virginia Military Institute is committed to providing an environment that emphasizes the dignity and worth of every member of its community and that is free from harassment and discrimination based on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities, or based on any other status protected by law.
Institution Description
Virginia Military Institute is accepting applications for a Research Analyst position. Reporting to the Associate Director of Institutional Research, the Research Analyst works independently and collaboratively with campus stakeholders to support the Institute’s mission, strategic plan, and state and federal reporting requirements. As a member of the Office of Assessment, Institutional Research, and Analytics, the Research Analyst serves as a data steward for the Institute and contributes to institutional research, reporting, and data-informed decision-making. This is a full-time, on-site position.
Benefits
Virginia State Benefits
Application Due Date: 2026-02-28
Job Start Date: 2026-03-25
Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.
City: Lexington
State/Province/Region: VA
Institution: Virginia Military Institute
Reports To: Director of Institutional Eddectiveness
Staff # Reporting to Position: 5
Reports In Office: Institutional Effectiveness
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