Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
WashU's Division of Student Affairs seeks a data analytics professional for the position of Sr. Statistical Data Analyst. The Division of Student Affairs advances the educational mission of the university through resources and experiences outside the classroom that prepare our students for lifelong success.
This leadership position within the Research & Analytics team focuses on day-to-day execution of research and analytics. They guide strategic insights, synthesize inferential data patterns, and develop insightful research questions that advance the mission of the Division of Student Affairs. This role manages the work of data analysts, which advises university leadership in ways that advance institutional priorities. The implications of this work position the university to recruit talented students and staff, to elevate its position in national rankings, and to craft a student experience that is the most equitable and transformative in higher education.
The ideal candidate is skilled in the behavioral sciences, team management, relationship building and—critically—developing and overseeing the execution of research questions that advance strategy and innovation.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Lead execution efforts in synthesizing major trends and analyses in Student Affairs for quarterly reports for the Board of Trustees, Deans, and other university leaders. This will require developing a systematic understanding of priorities at the university and in the national landscape of higher education to ensure WashU is positioning its programs and initiatives to be on the cutting edge.
Supervise the work of RASA analysts providing direction and, building on existing findings, identify future hypotheses to test that will advance divisional and university strategic priorities.
Guide Student Affairs departments in translating their individual goals to quantifiable metrics that can be empirically tested; map such work onto the strategic plans of Student Affairs and of the University.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at a desk or table
Equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Professional (4 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
In your application, please include acover letter in which you address the following:
Your motivation for pursuing this opportunity.
Your experience developing and testing research questions that ultimately position others to do their work more effectively do and to tell the story of their impact.
Your background with statistical analysis, research methods, data visualization, writing reports, making public presentations, and/or project management.
(Do not be concerned if you do not have an extensive background in all of these areas. As we build our team, we want to get a better sense of the unique strengths each person brings.)
We also ask that all applicantssubmit a sample report detailing a data set you have analyzed and/or research project you have conducted.
The strongest reports will be those that demonstrate one’s abilities to ask good questions, conduct relevant statistical analyses, present the data in ways that can be understood by a general audience, and discuss the implications of the work with strong writing skills. (Feel free to redact portions of the report that are sensitive or confidential.)
This report may be from your previous work experience or from a class you took as part of your degree program.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree, Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy
Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Work Experience:
Working On Research Projects Conducting Quantitative Research (4 Years)
Skills:
Complex Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Econometrics, Economic Research, Oral Presentation, Project Administration, Research Designs, Social Policy, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Workplace Effectiveness
Grade
G13
Salary Range
$65,900.00 - $112,700.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please emailCandidateQuestions@wustl.eduor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
