Institutional Research Director - Assistant jobs in Fremont, CA

Institutional Research Director - Assistant assists in directing and overseeing institutional research for a university/college. Designs and leads institutional research studies evaluating the effectiveness of the organization's programs and policies. Being an Institutional Research Director - Assistant manages data collection and analysis and oversees the formulation of research reports. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Institutional Research Director - Assistant typically reports to Institutional Research Director. The Institutional Research Director - Assistant typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Institutional Research Director - Assistant typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Institutional Research
  • San Francisco Bay University
  • Fremont, CA FULL_TIME
  • About San Francisco Bay University:

     

    San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), a nonprofit, WASC-accredited, university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California, seeks an innovative and experienced Director for Institutional Research.  SFBU’s mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good.

     

     

    At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students’ needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.  Our professors are accomplished professionals who provide real-world experience in the classrooms to enhance the learning experience and prepare students for future careers. Our student body is reflective of the rich cultural diversity of the world, supported by a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. Moreover, our university captures the vibrancy of Silicon Valley. SFBU is in growth mode and we are looking to make a difference in our communities by enhancing access to affordable education for all students.

     

     

    Position Overview

    The Director of Institutional Research is integral to the operations of the Institutional Effectiveness unit, providing essential data and analytical insights to inform university leadership. Under the leadership of the Vice President for Strategy and Innovation, the Director of Institutional Research guides data-driven decision-making, strategic planning, and policy formulation while ensuring the highest standards of data integrity. The Director will manage the daily operations of the Institutional Effectiveness team, leading efforts in enrollment, student learning assessment, program evaluation, and accreditation processes. This role will maintain and distribute standard and ad hoc reports through advanced data visualization platforms such as Tableau and Salesforce, addressing the university's strategic and operational needs. The role demands a proactive approach to cross-departmental collaboration, a keen analytical acumen, and the ability to convey complex data in actionable terms to support key university functions, including but not limited to enrollment management, faculty administration, and student success initiatives.  This is a salaried, exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FMLA)

     

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    The essential duties and responsibilities of the Institutional Research Director include leading data collection and analysis to support decision-making, strategic planning, and policy development. The Director must ensure data integrity, manage institutional statistics, interpret trends, and provide insights for improving institutional effectiveness. This role involves collaborating with various departments to aid in core institutional functions such as enrollment, accreditation, and program evaluation, requiring strong analytical skills and effective communication of complex information to all levels of the institution.

     

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Master's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • 7 years in research design, data collection and retrieval, statistical analysis, reporting, IT project management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • 3 years managing professional and/or support staff.

     

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Master's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Education, Business, or a related field or Doctoral Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Education, Business, or a related field.
    • 5 years progressively responsible experience with data warehousing/reporting in a higher education setting.
    • Certificate in data visualization.

     

    Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

    • Strong leadership, project management, and communication abilities are crucial for collaborating across departments and presenting findings effectively. Additionally, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills are vital for supporting institutional planning and decision-making processes.
    • A deep understanding of higher education policies, accreditation standards, and compliance requirements is also necessary.
    • Experience with IPEDS and accreditation standards are a must.
    • Expertise with database retrieval (e.g. using SQL with Tableau, Oracle or MSSQL, Power BI reporting environments); database management, structure and programming.
    • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to translate and present complex information into non-technical analyses and recommendations.
    • Proven knowledge and application of dashboard design concepts.
    • Strong analytical skills and experience in visualizing and analyzing metrics, survey results, and trends.
    • Ability to develop effective business relationships and build consensus.
    • Strong team player.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities under hard deadlines while maintaining a high level of professionalism and exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Must be well versed in quality data collection to ensure adequacy, accuracy and legitimacy of data in SFBU systems and be able to strictly follow data privacy and security procedures for data handling and analysis to ensure adherence to legal and institutional standards.

     

    Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • Experience with Tableau Server administrative tools and extract automation.
    • Advanced knowledge of databases and data management with proficiency in ad hoc reporting/query writing and data manipulation (with SQL, Tableau, OBIEE, Power BI, etc.).
    • Skill with statistical packages (e.g. R or SPSS).
    • Ability to interact with all levels of personnel, students, faculty, and the public.
    • Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when dealing with difficult issues and/or diverse organizations.
    • Ability to evaluate and implement technological improvements to meet best practices.
    • Familiarity with version control. In-depth knowledge of student data structures.

     

    Work Environment & Physical Demands

    • Physical demands include lifting limits, bending, sitting, driving.
    • Job duties typically performed in an office environment.

     

    This position description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

    SFBU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer:  SFBU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment.  SFBU does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

     

     For full consideration, please submit your complete application by March 11, 2024.

     

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Marketing Research-Facility Assistant !
  • Nichols Research
  • Sunnyvale, CA OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Sunnyvale Office - Sunnyvale, CA Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Shift: Any DescriptionNichols Research is an innovative national marketing research co...
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Market Research - Facility Assistant
  • Nichols Research
  • Sunnyvale, CA OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Sunnyvale Office - Sunnyvale, CA Salary Range: Undisclosed Nichols Research is an innovative national marketing research company that has been providing marketing research st...
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Senior Director, Institutional Giving
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula
  • Menlo, CA FULL_TIME
  • POSITIONSenior Director, Institutional Giving OUR MISSIONTo empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive OUR VISIONAll youth grow up...
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Research Assistant in San Jose
  • Ewald & Wasserman Research
  • San Jose, CA FULL_TIME
  • Ewald & Wasserman Research is a women-owned, small business based in San Francisco focusing on social science research studies and providing project implementation for various clients in the public he...
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Director of Maintenance
  • LTA Research
  • Mountain View, CA FULL_TIME
  • The Director of Maintenance is a full time position. This person is appointed by LTA Research and Exploration to control and manage aircraft maintenance activities. Their responsibilities include, but...
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Robotics Program Director
  • SRI International
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • Overview: For more than 40 years, SRI has been at the forefront of robotics research and development. In the lab and bey...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Program Director - American Sign Language
  • Felton Institute
  • San Leandro, CA
  • Job Description: Program Director - American Sign Language Deaf Community Counseling Services Agency Overview Founded in...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director, Clinical Biomarker Science for Oncology and Immuno-therapy
  • BeiGene
  • San Mateo, CA
  • **We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Director with a strong background in Clinical Biomarker Science for Onco...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Program Director - American Sign Language
  • Felton Institute
  • Alameda, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Program Director - American Sign Language Deaf Community Counseling Services Agency Over...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Programs + Social Impact
  • Supportive Housing Community Land Alliance
  • Oakland, CA
  • SUPPORTIVE HOUSING COMMUNITY LAND ALLIANCE Director of Programs and Social Impact Position Announcement SALARY: Full tim...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Development
  • Community Vision Capital
  • Oakland, CA
  • Job Description Job Description WHO WE ARE Communities on the margins of opportunity deserve a trusted partner on their ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Director / Vice President, Chemistry
  • SiteOne Therapeutics, Inc.
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • About SiteOne SiteOne Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company developing treatments for hypersensitivity disorders o...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Program Manager Casa Joaquin
  • The Greenlining Institute
  • Oakland, CA
  • Job Description Job Description ABOUT THE GREENLINING INSTITUTE The Greenlining Institute envisions a future where commu...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Fremont (/ˈfriːmɒnt/ FREE-mont) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It was incorporated on January 23, 1956, from the annexing of Centerville, Niles, Irvington, Mission San José, and Warm Springs. The city is named after John C. Frémont, an American explorer and former US Senator from California, Governor from Arizona, Major General in the Union Army, and the first Republican presidential candidate, in 1856. Located in the southeast San Francisco Bay Area and straddling both the East Bay and South Bay regions, Fremont has a rapidly-growing population of around 230,000. It i...
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Institutional Research Director - Assistant in Nashua, NH
The Assistant Director collaborates with campus constituents, particularly concerning matters of retention and student success, for the ongoing development of datasets, research methods, tools and analyses.
December 29, 2019
Institutional Research Director - Assistant in Springfield, MO
- Compile, organize, and maintain data portraying general institutional characteristics, including recent admissions, financial aid, net price, enrollment, and student progress and completion data.
January 29, 2020
Institutional Research Director - Assistant in Sioux Falls, SD
This Office maintains IR webpages on the UNCSA website containing recent institutional performance data and conducts frequent periodic and ad hoc data analysis and reporting in response to internal requests from UNCSA staff and faculty.
February 11, 2020