Research Analyst
05-Aug-2024
Research Analyst
University Administration
66557BR
Job Summary
The Office of Institutional Research and Analytics (OIRA), part of the Office of the Provost, 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, working closely with partners across Harvard.
Link to OIRA website: https://oira.harvard.edu/.
Position Description
The Research Analyst will be a key contributor and collaborate with other OIRA team members to help realize the Office’s goals of presenting important institutional data to diverse audiences and executing research projects that address strategic questions for the University. Under the direction of the Associate Director of Institutional Research for Reporting, the Analyst will work with independently and with Harvard clients on projects ranging from internal and external reporting needs to University-wide analytic projects.
The ideal candidate will have experience with, or an eagerness to learn more about, multiple steps in the data lifecycle, including acquisition, cleaning, processing, analysis, documenting, validation, and visualization. Knowledge of basic statistical methods is also desirable, as well as comfort working with quantitative and/or qualitative data. An interest in higher education and the organizational structure of universities is a must.
Activities may include:
- Managing and reporting on data from a wide variety of sources;
- Working with personnel across the University to collect and refine data;
- Writing scripts to help automate data and business processes;
- Producing descriptive and inferential analyses under the direction of a senior analyst;
- Presenting to audiences internal and external to the University.
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following attributes:
- Self-motivated, with high standards for rigorous and detailed work;
- Comfortable working independently and within a team;
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines;
- Strong customer service orientation, initiative, and ability to anticipate and plan for client needs;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively on a team;
- Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills;
- Curious, patient, and with a sense of humor;
- Ability to work with highly confidential data.
Basic Qualifications
Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications in order to be considered for this role:
A minimum of five years of relevant experience; BA required, preferably in a quantitative field, along with at least two years of analytical experience in an academic or business setting.
Education may count toward years of experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Advanced degree preferred. The ideal candidate will also display strengths in several or all of the following areas:
- Programming and “Big Data”: Ability to use R for analyzing and visualizing data. Interest in large datasets and producing analyses from multiple, unstructured data sources;
- Data management: SQL and relational database design; data warehousing; process automation; business intelligence software;
- Statistical and empirical analysis: Quantitative methods for policy and program evaluation; survey design; statistical packages such as R;
- Data visualization: Tableau; design of static and interactive visualizations in R/Shiny; Illustrator;
- Office productivity software: It is expected that successful candidates will have experience with the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Additional Information
- Candidates should supply a cover letter in addition to their resume.
- Candidates may be asked to submit a sample of their work.
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
Research
Department Office Location
USA - MA - Cambridge
Job Code
RS0057 Researcher III Humanities
Work Format
Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
Sub-Unit
Office of the President and Provost
Salary Grade
057
Department
Institutional Research and Analytics
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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