Post-Doctoral/Research Analyst
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates can submit a cover letter, CV/resume, and one sample of work or writing related to any of the duties listed above here: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/32133.
Priority consideration will be given to candidates who submit materials before March 1.
Priority consideration will be given to candidates who submit materials before March 1.
Job Duties
The Center for Postsecondary Research (CPR) in the Indiana University School of Education seeks a post-doctoral analyst to join the research team for the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). Researchers within CPR conduct sponsored research and work with institutional researchers, assessment professionals, academic leaders, and college and university presidents to aid institutional improvement efforts.
The analyst will contribute directly to the development and advancement of NSSE and associated projects. This will include working collaboratively with NSSE’s Data and Reporting team to update NSSE by shaping survey content and structure, creating scales and indexes, recommending items for deletion, and developing new content areas or optional modules. The analyst will also collaborate with staff to design and implement innovative online reporting tools for institutional and intermediary users. Depending on the candidate’s expertise, this work may include database design, leveraging visual analytics platforms, developing code, and applying principles of effective data visualization to meet institutional reporting needs. The analyst will collaborate with NSSE staff to catalog existing resources such as readings, webinars, and recordings aligned with the restructured survey, identify gaps and outdated materials, and update resources to create a comprehensive reference database for users. The position also involves contributing applied and scholarly works using NSSE data, including blog posts,
conference presentations, short articles, and social media content, as well as scholarly writing that demonstrates the continued value and relevance of NSSE data. Finally, the analyst may research and prepare grant proposals to support technical infrastructure improvements and enhance institutional data-use capacity.
The analyst will contribute directly to the development and advancement of NSSE and associated projects. This will include working collaboratively with NSSE’s Data and Reporting team to update NSSE by shaping survey content and structure, creating scales and indexes, recommending items for deletion, and developing new content areas or optional modules. The analyst will also collaborate with staff to design and implement innovative online reporting tools for institutional and intermediary users. Depending on the candidate’s expertise, this work may include database design, leveraging visual analytics platforms, developing code, and applying principles of effective data visualization to meet institutional reporting needs. The analyst will collaborate with NSSE staff to catalog existing resources such as readings, webinars, and recordings aligned with the restructured survey, identify gaps and outdated materials, and update resources to create a comprehensive reference database for users. The position also involves contributing applied and scholarly works using NSSE data, including blog posts,
conference presentations, short articles, and social media content, as well as scholarly writing that demonstrates the continued value and relevance of NSSE data. Finally, the analyst may research and prepare grant proposals to support technical infrastructure improvements and enhance institutional data-use capacity.
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Applicants must have a completed doctorate in higher education or related field before the beginning of the appointment. Successful candidates will bring experience with survey methodology, psychometrics, and/or quantitative research design; along with proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization tools. Demonstration of strong written communication skills are essential, as the role requires producing applied reports, accessible content for diverse audiences, scholarly publications,
and contributing to grant proposals.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred qualifications include familiarity with database structures or code writing for reporting tools, experience using AI in data analysis, proficiency in dashboard creation with platforms such as Tableau or Power BI, and programming experience with R and Python. The ideal candidate will have previous full-time work experience in higher education and demonstrated experience leading complex projects. Above all, candidates should show evidence of leadership potential, and the ability to
collaborate and thrive in a team-based research environment.
Appointment term: The appointment begins July 1, 2026, and is a 1-year appointment, renewable for up to 2 years.
Salary / Benefits: Salary and benefits are competitive.
Applicants must have a completed doctorate in higher education or related field before the beginning of the appointment. Successful candidates will bring experience with survey methodology, psychometrics, and/or quantitative research design; along with proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization tools. Demonstration of strong written communication skills are essential, as the role requires producing applied reports, accessible content for diverse audiences, scholarly publications,
and contributing to grant proposals.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred qualifications include familiarity with database structures or code writing for reporting tools, experience using AI in data analysis, proficiency in dashboard creation with platforms such as Tableau or Power BI, and programming experience with R and Python. The ideal candidate will have previous full-time work experience in higher education and demonstrated experience leading complex projects. Above all, candidates should show evidence of leadership potential, and the ability to
collaborate and thrive in a team-based research environment.
Appointment term: The appointment begins July 1, 2026, and is a 1-year appointment, renewable for up to 2 years.
Salary / Benefits: Salary and benefits are competitive.
Institution Description
The Center for Postsecondary Research (CPR) promotes student success and institutional excellence by conducting and disseminating research on student access, assessment, engagement, and persistence and by providing assistance to postsecondary institutions and related agencies in gathering and using data for public and institutional educational policies and institutional improvement. The Center is housed in the School of Education at Indiana University Bloomington. Projects include the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE), the Faculty Survey of Student Engagement (FSSE), the Beginning College Survey of Student Engagement (BCSSE), and others.
Benefits
https://hr.iu.edu/index.html
Application Due Date: 2026-03-01
Job Start Date: 2026-07-01
Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.
City: Bloomington
State/Province/Region: IN
Institution: Center for Postsecondary Research Indiana University Bloomington School of Education
Reports To: ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, RESEARCH & DATA ANALYSIS
Staff # Reporting to Position: 0
Reports In Office: Center for Postsecondary Research
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