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Research Analyst

Employer
University of Bridgeport
Location
Connecticut, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Apr 25, 2023


The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.

Position Description Summary/Purpose :

This position provided research support for assessment and accreditation, program development/evaluation, and institutional research projects.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities :
  • Provides accreditation support including evidence collection/storage, audit reports against standards, data collection/cleaning, and survey creation/management.
  • Collect, aggregate, and summarize quantitative and qualitative data and write clear summary reports to support accreditation.
  • Conduct research as needed to information program development and program evaluation (e.g., new program environmental scans).
  • Keep up-to-date with software upgrades and new ideas in relational database technologies, statistical analysis technologies, assessment methodologies, and information layout design to help advance evolving assessment needs.
  • Provide staff development on data collection and emerging technologies as needed for faculty, staff, and adjunct personnel.
  • Conduct all work in a safe manner and follow all work safety practices.
Other Functions :
  • Perform similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
  • Continue professional development and training; keep current with trends.
  • Assist other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.
Knowlege, Ability and Skill :
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis software.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office 365.
  • Ability to write reports and create data visualizations.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to exercise individual initiative, independent action, and sound judgment.
  • Ability to adhere to ethical standards maintaining data confidentiality.
  • Commitment to the University’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
Minimum Required Qualifications :

Education, Training and Experience :
  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in data science/systems, technology or IT related field is required. (Masters or in the process of earning an advanced degree is preferred).
  • Experience with educational assessment is desirable.
  • Experience with accreditation (e.g., NECHE, CAEP) is desirable.
Physical and Mental Requirements :

Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Outdoor Weather Conditions X
Work with fumes or airborne particles X
Work near moving mechanical parts X
Risk of electrical shock X
Vibration X

Physical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Standing X
Walking X
Sitting X
Talking & Hearing X
Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X
Climbing or balancing X
Bending, pulling, pushing X
Driving X

Lifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds X
Up to 25 pounds X
Up to 50 pounds X
Up to 75 pounds X
Up to 100 pounds X
Over 100 pounds X

Vision Requirements:

X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

X Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

X Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or

left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)

Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and

spatial relationships)

___ No special vision requirements

Full-Time Employee Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • 401k employer match
  • Employee & dependent life insurance
  • Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
  • PTO program
  • Flexible work schedules/ work from home opportunities
(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

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