Director of Institutional Research and Analytics

21-Nov-2024

Director of Institutional Research and Analytics

University Administration

67449BR

Job Summary

The Director of Institutional Research & Analytics will lead the Office of Institutional Research & Analytics (OIRA), a core function of the Office of the Provost that supports Harvard’s leadership by providing institutional data analysis and reporting. OIRA serves as a trusted resource for implementing best practices in data synthesis and translation and supports a broad set of university functions.

In this role, the position will direct the development and execution of a portfolio of strategic analytics projects for the University in partnership with the Associate Provost for Institutional Research & Analytics and Associate Director for Analytics. The Director will also provide guidance and strategic management of the office’s institutional reporting function. The Director will manage both the Institutional Research and Strategic Analytics teams within OIRA.

The Director will be responsible for working with stakeholders across the University on institutional research, survey, and analytics consulting projects that leverage existing data resources, encourage the integration of multiple data sets across traditional organizational boundaries, and involve rigorous and robust statistical methods.

The Director is an expert in research design, statistical analysis, and data visualization, with a proven ability to communicate complex findings to various audiences. This position reports directly to the Associate Provost for Institutional Research & Analytics and is a highly visible role within the University’s analytics community.

Position Description

The Director of Institutional Research & Analytics will play a pivotal role in OIRA by identifying ways to improve efficiency in the institutional reporting function and by managing the office’s growing set of analytics and consulting projects. Outlined below are the primary focus areas for this position. However, the expectation is that as OIRA’s portfolio expands, the responsibilities of the Director of Institutional Research & Analytics may evolve.

Analytics Strategy Development & Execution
•    Collaborate with the Associate Provost and Associate Director for Analytics to develop an analytics portfolio strategy and technical infrastructure to support effective communication.
•    Lead the execution of the analytics strategy.
•    Curate and manage the portfolio of analytics projects, ensuring projects remain within scope and within established timelines.
•    Provide leadership on emerging institutional analytics trends and technology.

Analytics Consulting Leadership
•    Lead discovery and scoping efforts on new analytics consulting projects.
•    Advise stakeholders on the most effective design for the analytics consulting project. 
•    Advise and align with stakeholders on timelines for project milestones and completion and ensure effective communication with stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of projects.
•    Oversee and provide subject matter expertise to the Strategic Analytics team on consulting efforts. 
•    Allocate consulting project work amongst team members to ensure efficient use of resources and time.
•    Conduct reviews of outputs and deliverables for analytics consulting projects.

University Reporting Leadership
•    Oversee the reporting function of OIRA to ensure the office responds to requests for data in an efficient and timely manner.
•    Identify ways the Strategic Analytics team can effectively support the Office's reporting needs and priorities.
•    Collaborate with University partners to identify and refine data collection processes and tools to support the OIRA reporting team.

OIRA Team Management
•    Create, maintain, and iterate on an effective learning and development approach for the OIRA team.
•    Establish metrics to measure the effectiveness of the OIRA team’s efforts.
•    Collaborate with the Director of Data Strategy & Governance on opportunities for OIRA staff to contribute to developing the University’s data strategy. 
•    Stay abreast of opportunities, challenges, and emerging trends relating to data at the University.

Accreditation Coordination
•    Collaborate with the Associate Provost for Institutional Research & Analytics on accreditation coordination, as well as internal and external communications.

Data Literacy & Community Building
•    Serve as a leader for the University on analytics best practices and methodologies, and share these practices via university-wide collaboration.
•    Support analytics and institutional research community-building efforts across the University.
•    Partner with the Director of Data Strategy & Governance on data literacy initiatives and other data-related community-building efforts.

Basic Qualifications

Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications to be considered for this role:    

• Master’s degree or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience working as a data analytics and/or institutional research leader. 

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Strong understanding and knowledge of data management, quantitative and qualitative methodologies, and data communication strategies. 
• Experience leading and managing consulting projects across a variety of stakeholders and clients 
• Knowledge of data security, privacy, and compliance regulations and requirements. 
• Experience working with executive leadership and technology teams at large, complex higher education institutions. 
• Strong ability to develop a strategic vision, influence business and technology stakeholders to buy into the vision, and effectively execute the vision. 
• Senior leadership experience leading data analysts and data science teams across complex organizations.

Additional Information

This position has a 3-month orientation and review period. 

Harvard University does not provide visa sponsorship.

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines. 
 

Work Format Details

This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits

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• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

General Administration

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code

361060 Administrative Manager

Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Sub-Unit

Office of the President and Provost

Salary Grade

060

Department

OIRA

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time Status

Full-time

Pre-Employment Screening

Education, Identity

Schedule

Full time. Monday through Friday. 35 hours per week.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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