Tulane University, one of the nation’s most prestigious research institutions, seeks a new Assistant Provost for Assessment and Institutional Research.  The Assistant Provost will define strategies and direct all activities of the Office of Assessment and Institutional Research to promote the creation, implementation, and evaluation of high-quality Assessment and Institutional Research programs, in support of a culture of ambitious, creative, strategic decision-making grounded on robust analysis of the best available data.  The Assistant Provost sits on the university’s Administrative Council and serves as a key leader in the university’s accreditation process.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of learning outcomes assessment design and implementation, program review processes, program assessment, and development techniques.  She or he must have experience in test development and validation, survey design and management, performance evaluation systems, and multivariate statistical analysis.  Awareness of national trends related to assessment and educational research is a necessity, as are strong analytic skills.  The Assistant Provost must have a collaboratively leadership style and the ability to interact effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds and stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external to the organization.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Master’s Degree in higher education, social sciences, statistics or a related field; Doctorate in same fields is preferred;
2. Minimum of five years’ experience in assessment, evaluation, and research related to broad areas of curriculum development, instruction, student learning, or institutional effectiveness
3. Three years’ managerial, supervisory, and budgetary oversight experience

Applications will be accepted through January 1, 2017.  To apply, please visit the Tulane Jobs portal at http://tulane.it/asstprovostair.

About Tulane University
Founded in 1834, Tulane offers degrees across an attractive array of schools: architecture, business, law, liberal arts, medicine, public health and tropical medicine, the sciences and engineering, and social work. It is known for its highly collaborative environment, and it has developed innovative interdisciplinary research and educational programs that span all of the schools. Tulane has cultivated an emphasis on community service and practical experience that are infused in its programs, culture, and community. With 8,339 undergraduate and 5,110 graduate students, Tulane takes pride in providing hands-on experiences to its students who take part in research at all levels of the University and provide thousands of hours of public service to the greater New Orleans community. Tulane is integrally connected to the vibrancy and diversity of New Orleans and its culture. Following a decade of rebuilding and renewal after Hurricane Katrina, the University is in a strong position to realize its exciting next chapter under the leadership of its 15th president, Michael Fitts.

Tulane University is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action/persons with disabilities/veterans employer committed to excellence through diversity. Tulane will not discriminate against individuals with disabilities or veterans. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.