Vassar College
Director of Institutional Research
Department: Institutional Research
Duration of Position: Full year / Full time
Position Type: Administrator
Posting Date:
Posting Removal Date: Open Until Filled
Posting Number: 1001230
About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference. Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. Vassar College has a smoke-free campus.
Position Summary and Responsibilities
Qualifications
At least a master's degree in an applied quantitative discipline such as applied statistics, economics, epidemiology, quantitative sociology, applied mathematics, computer science, or other field with an emphasis on quantitative research methods and statistics. Three to five years of working experience including use of a range of data management software, data analysis methods, and research methods. Experience in institutional research within higher education is not required but highly desirable. A thorough knowledge of general research methodology, including qualitative and quantitative techniques, survey design, and expert skills with data management and query tools. Expertise with descriptive and analytical data analysis using Excel, Access, SPSS, SAS, R, Stata, or other data analysis programs. Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite Programs, survey data collection and analysis software, and data presentation tools. Excellent project management and communication skills. Skills with Tableau, Banner, and/or Workday are preferred. Careful attention to detail and accuracy, creativity, and a high skill level in proactive problem solving. The ability to develop good working relationships with executive, academic, and administrative leaders and their direct reports Ability to work independently and with others, plan and organize multiple projects simultaneously, and set and meet deadlines.
Required Applicant Documents
Cover Letter
Contact Information for 3 References
Optional Applicant Documents
Special Instructions to Applicants
To complete your application, you will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 professional references (Word or PDF format required). The position will remain open until filled.
For full consideration applicants should apply by:
Anticipated Start Date:
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
To Apply
All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu.
Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference. Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.
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