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Robert Half Research Data Analyst in Detroit, Michigan
Description We are offering a permanent employment opportunity for a Research Data Analyst in the field of Education - University, located in Detroit, Michigan. The role involves supporting research methods, compliance reporting, and benchmarking in a multi-campus community college district. This position is critical for designing and evaluating institutional effectiveness and student outcomes metrics to support data requests, survey research, and data analytics/visualization that drive decision-making for continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
• Manage highly sensitive and confidential information related to the college, students, faculty, and staff for district-wide evaluation and planning
• Develop data visualization reports, dashboards, and presentations for internal and external use in a detail oriented and timely manner
• Conduct benchmarking, longitudinal and comparative data reports to support multiple campuses, divisions, and external community to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Develop surveys and complete analysis to inform decision-making and improvements for services, experiences, and program/initiative outcomes
• Create processes to regularly collect, maintain and share institutional data and student outcomes with key decision-makers
• Maintain a record keeping system to manage and archive data and evidence collected for the purpose of inventory, external compliance, and accreditation
• Develop reports and evaluate metrics and student characteristics to include credit activity, persistence, retention, course completion, licensure/certification, and graduation
• Provide trainings and lead discussions for proper data use and assessment for student learning evaluation Requirements • Proficiency in Clinical Research methodologies, with a focus on translating findings into actionable insights.
• Solid experience in conducting Market Research, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Demonstrated expertise in various Research methods, with the ability to design and execute studies independently.
• Strong skills in Research Analysis, including quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Proficient in Data Analytics, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and draw conclusions.
• Experience in preparing detailed Activity Reports, highlighting research findings and recommendations.
• Familiarity with Compliance Reporting procedures, ensuring all research activities adhere to relevant regulations and standards.
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