Data Analyst

Develops analytic techniques using machine learning, inferential statistics and/or other means to help strategically guide decisions for the Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine. Conducts independent and collaborative quantitative and qualitative analyses of data, including multiple facets of course, student, faculty, and university assessments in clinical and pre-clinical programs. Develops, refines, and facilitates processes and methods for collecting, consolidating, cleaning, analyzing, and responding to data. Creates charts, graphs, presentations, and impact reports. Participates in data collection, organization, and analysis of multiple data sets. Assists with the development and design of a comprehensive, integrated system to collect information related to the evaluation of resources, students, faculty, and program outcomes. Manages the Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine’s database. Establishes data access and security protocols and maintains appropriate records. Assists with the coordination of accreditation, evaluation, and assessment data, their analysis, and the reporting of outcomes. Provides consulting services and faculty development, which may include, but is not limited to, survey and instrument development, using established processes and best practices, research design and methodology, and the interpretation of results, findings, and assessment data. Creates visually appealing and interactive data dashboards for faculty, administration, colleges, and/or programs. Uses various technologies to enable data visualization, builds predictive analytical models, and adds research value to programs, departments, and the university. Conducts research and creates manuscripts for dissemination. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Ability to utilize data for continuous quality improvement, align student-learning outcomes with instruction and assessments to routinely analyze assessment results to inform program improvement. Ability to prepare and present results in presentations or reports. Ability to successfully direct multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines. Uncompromising attention to accuracy and detail with the ability to work independently and effectively with faculty, staff and students. Work requires critical judgment, a high level of initiative, and complex reasoning.

This position may require travel and work during the evening and on weekends according to the department’s needs.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Educational Psychology, Statistics, Educational Leadership, Informatics, Information Systems or related field. Five years of experience analyzing and interpreting data in a higher education environment or related field. Experience conducting assessment of student learning outcomes, conducting exploratory data analysis using statistics/quantitative and qualitative methods, and communicating results, preferably in a medical school or higher education preferred. Proficient in research-oriented software (e.g., Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), relational database management and Structured Query Language (SQL) queries, programming such as Python, knowledge of standards for software development, and data visualization software (e.g., Power BI). A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Named after Texas’ legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Serves the Sam Houston State University Russell & Glenda Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine by providing professional skills in developing, refining, and facilitating processes and methods for collecting, interpreting, consolidating, cleaning, analyzing, and responding to data. Conducts research to aid department administrators in decision-making processes. Responsible for gathering and analyzing information on a wide range of topics, and dissemination of information relating to reporting., The medical school is located in the Grand Central Park community of Conroe, TX - just 5 miles north of The Woodlands, and 35 miles north of Houston. The position is 100% on site.