Hybrid - Strategic Initiatives Analyst
Application Procedure:
https://careers-anothersource.icims.com/jobs/102396/strategic-initiatives-analyst---stanford-university/job?mode=job&iis=Job+Board+or+Association&iisn=AIR
Job Duties
Designing research approaches, gathering data, and applying appropriate analytical and statistical methods to answer complex institutional questions
Translating data into clear, compelling insights through reports, presentations, and visualizations that influence decision-making
Partnering with stakeholders across the university to understand needs, gather data, and deliver actionable recommendations
Leading and supporting IR&DS initiatives through the full project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and communication
Creating and maintaining documentation on data sources, definitions, methodologies, and best practices to improve transparency and usability
Communicating findings and recommendations to faculty, staff, and senior leaders with clarity and impact
Facilitating cross-functional collaboration, helping teams align on priorities, timelines, and outcomes
Supporting change management efforts by developing communication strategies and materials for key initiatives
Identifying and incorporating external benchmarks or comparative data to enhance analyses
Translating data into clear, compelling insights through reports, presentations, and visualizations that influence decision-making
Partnering with stakeholders across the university to understand needs, gather data, and deliver actionable recommendations
Leading and supporting IR&DS initiatives through the full project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and communication
Creating and maintaining documentation on data sources, definitions, methodologies, and best practices to improve transparency and usability
Communicating findings and recommendations to faculty, staff, and senior leaders with clarity and impact
Facilitating cross-functional collaboration, helping teams align on priorities, timelines, and outcomes
Supporting change management efforts by developing communication strategies and materials for key initiatives
Identifying and incorporating external benchmarks or comparative data to enhance analyses
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least four years of experience applying quantitative and analytical methods (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Strong foundation in data analysis, including experience working with large datasets and statistical tools such as R, STATA, SPSS, or similar
Proven ability to communicate complex information clearly through written reports and presentations to non-technical and leadership audiences
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, R, or similar) and the ability to tell a compelling story with data
Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive initiatives forward
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across teams and influence stakeholders
Familiarity with research design, data collection, and analytical problem-solving approaches
Flexible, thoughtful analytical mindset with the ability to balance precision and practicality
Interest in or experience with strategic planning concepts
Familiarity with AI tools to enhance analysis, reporting, or workflow efficiency is a plus
Advanced degree in social sciences, education, statistics, or a related field is preferred
Strong foundation in data analysis, including experience working with large datasets and statistical tools such as R, STATA, SPSS, or similar
Proven ability to communicate complex information clearly through written reports and presentations to non-technical and leadership audiences
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, R, or similar) and the ability to tell a compelling story with data
Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive initiatives forward
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across teams and influence stakeholders
Familiarity with research design, data collection, and analytical problem-solving approaches
Flexible, thoughtful analytical mindset with the ability to balance precision and practicality
Interest in or experience with strategic planning concepts
Familiarity with AI tools to enhance analysis, reporting, or workflow efficiency is a plus
Advanced degree in social sciences, education, statistics, or a related field is preferred
Institution Description
Here's a little about Stanford University and Institutional Research & Decision Support (IR&DS): Stanford University is one of the world’s leading research and teaching institutions, known for its innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and global impact. Supporting a community of world-class faculty, researchers, and students, Stanford plays a critical role in advancing knowledge across fields—from technology and medicine to public policy and the humanities.
Within Stanford, Institutional Research & Decision Support (IR&DS) serves as a central hub for data-informed decision-making. This team partners closely with university leadership to deliver high-impact analysis, reporting, and insights that shape strategy and improve outcomes across the institution. From evaluating student success initiatives to strengthening data governance and accessibility, IR&DS sits at the intersection of data, strategy, and institutional effectiveness—making it an ideal environment for analytically driven professionals who want their work to influence real decisions.
This is a hybrid position and a 3-year fixed-term role with no plans to convert to a permanent position.
Benefits
The expected pay range for this position is $131,105 – $150,622 per year.
Stanford University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. Learn more here: https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards
Note: As a fixed-term position, this role is eligible for Stanford benefits with some exceptions (e.g., tuition reimbursement may not be included).
Application Due Date: 2026-06-04
Job Start Date: 2026-07-01
Salary: $131105 - $150622
City: Palo Alto
State/Province/Region: CA
Institution: Stanford University
Reports To: Associate Vice Provost and Director
Staff # Reporting to Position: 0
Reports In Office: Institutional Research & Decision Support
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