Institutional Effectiveness Research Analyst

University of North Carolina Wilmington, United States

Updated: about 12 hours ago
Location: Wilmington, NORTH CAROLINA
Deadline: 28 Apr 2024

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This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA).


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​Benefits of Working at UNCW
Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.
Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.
As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.
We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy , and the employee assistance program , many of which are offered free of charge.
Working Title Institutional Effectiveness Research Analyst
External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/31645
Vacancy Number E1137
Position Number 7629
Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus
Home Department Institutional Research & Planning - 31700
Division Academic Affairs - 30 Division
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Institutional Effectiveness Research Analyst position, using multiple instruments and methodologies, will assist with assessment, evaluation, and research functions that support institutional effectiveness (IE) and university accreditation. This position reports to the Assistant Director for Institutional Effectiveness. The successful candidate will be part of an institutional effectiveness (IE) team, supporting university planning, assessment, evaluation, and accreditation activities.
Main responsibilities include:
  • Project planning of university survey and course evaluation administrations
  • Designs research strategies and gains stakeholder buy-in in preparation of survey deployment
  • Designs, pilots, and continuously improves internal surveys that support Faculty Senate and university initiatives
  • Conduct sampling of populations, using various statistical techniques
  • Clean and transform data for analysis
  • Develop analysis, reports, and presentations appropriate for the intended audience
  • Develop and deliver training to support IE-related initiatives
  • Serve as university administrator for the university’s course evaluation solution
  • Serve as consultant for design, development and reporting of digital surveys
  • Documents research methodology for various survey deployments and research studies
  • Respond to administration, faculty, and staff requests
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Research, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or Information Systems or related field, and two years of related training or experience, required.
  • Background in survey design, analysis, and various quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
  • Ability to gather and interpret data in order to create reports using charts, graphs, statistical applications, and infographics, translating data into easy-to-understand formats, with close attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and integrity of information communicated.
  • Proficient in MS Excel and SPSS or similar statistical analysis software.
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite and data reporting & visualization tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop presentations from diverse data sources.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
  • Master’s degree from an accredited institution in social sciences, higher education, evaluation, and/or related fields.
  • Extensive background using various qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong proficiency in MS Excel and SPSS or similar statistical analysis software.
  • Higher Education Experience with any of the following: University Course Evaluation Solutions, Ellucian Banner, Qualtrics, Tableau, SQL, and Adobe Acrobat DC.
Required Certifications or Licensures
N/A
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Office of Institutional Research and Planning (OIRP) provides leadership and expertise related to institutional data and information, strategic planning, institutional effectiveness, and space management. In pursuit of accountability, integrity, and transparency, OIRP supports comprehensive research-based planning and evaluation processes which provide university stakeholders with accurate information for data-informed decisions.
College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
EEO Statement
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Months Per Year 12J (July-June)
FTE 1.0 (40 hours per week)
Type of Position Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions
Job Posting Date 03/22/2024
Posting Close Date 04/28/2024

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