Sam Houston State University

Requisition: S Title: Institutional Research Analyst I or II - 3 positions to be filled FLSA status: Non-Exempt Hiring Salary: This position is a pay grade 9 or 11. Please see Pay Grade Table at: Occupational Category: Technical/Para-Professional Department: Data Analytics & Decision Support Division: Division of Enrollment Open Date: 08/29/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes Educational and Experience Requirement: Institutional Research Analyst I: Bachelor's degree required in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Management Information Systems or related field. One year of work experience in a data analysis or research position with at least basic knowledge of Excel, Structured Query Language (SQL), STATA, or other similar tools. Experience working in a higher education environment, teaching or supervising, is helpful. Higher educational attainment and training may substitute for work experience if it can produce demonstratable evidence of the required knowledge and abilities. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Institutional Research Analyst II: Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field. Two years of experience performing data analysis, in a field such as Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related field, to include experience with data management tools such as Structured Query Language (SQL), Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), Statistical Analysis System (SAS), or a related tool. Experience with complex data sets including manipulating, merging, restructuring, and analyzing large data sets. Experience working in a higher education environment, teaching or supervising, is helpful. Higher educational attainment and training may substitute for work experience if it can produce demonstratable evidence of the required knowledge and abilities. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position: Institutional Research Analyst I: Supports the Office of Data Analytics and Decision Support in managing the integrity of the university's official longitudinal data and reporting. Directly performs collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of data on demographics, participation, workload, costs, revenue, and performance outcomes pertaining to student, staff, faculty, programs, departments, colleges, and divisions. In peak seasons, assists the External Reporting Specialist with the preparation of Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) reports to be submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). Institutional Research Analyst II: Designs, develops, tests, and promotes SQL database tables, Cognos reports, and ad hoc reports into production. Supports the strategic Data Analytics and Decision Support office goals to deliver useful, relevant, accurate, and logically consistent data into the hands of university leaders, at all levels throughout the institution, as well as to external benefactors. Primary Responsibilities: Institutional Research Analyst I: Collects, compiles, edits, and analyzes data from a variety of sources to develop and prepare statistical reports related to various university functions. Prepares complex statistical reports including graphs, charts, and tables. Responds or coordinates responses to questionnaires and surveys received from local, state, and federal agencies. Assists members of the university community in defining and developing data needs. Verifies data and computations and proofreads reports. Represents the Office of Data Analytics and Decision Support in university and inter-agency meetings as needed. In peak seasons, assists the External Reporting Specialist with the preparation of Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) Reports to be submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). Performs other related duties as assigned. Institutional Research Analyst II: Develops standard reports in the Cognos data warehouse. Generates reports and datasets using SQL Developer and creates standard reports using the Cognos reporting tool. Works cooperatively with Cognos functional users to ensure results are verifiable and consistent with other data sources. Ensures timely and accurate submission of external reports and internal requests for data. Conducts data analysis and statistical analysis. Coordinates responses to surveys, report and analysis requests, and ad hoc inquiries received from internal and external entities by collecting, compiling, editing, and analyzing data from a variety of sources. Interprets and communicates analytical results in relation to clients' evaluation and research objectives. Provides assistance to clients with research and evaluation questions and problems. Provides presentations and written reports to clients. Identifies variables for information requests and associates desired information with the most appropriate available sources of data. Handles data set manipulation, extraction, compilation, and file merging. Assists members of the university community in defining and developing data needs. Verifies data and computations and proofreads reports. Represents the Office of Data Analytics and Decision Support in university and inter-agency meetings as needed. In peak seasons, assists the External Reporting Specialist with the preparation of Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) Reports to be submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). May supervise and train undergraduate and graduate student assistants. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications: Institutional Research Analyst I: Must be able to follow the established policies and procedures of the Office of Data Analytics and Decision Support (DADS) and university and also be able to independently identify and implement approaches and solutions to projects and issues based on training and experience. Work requires frequent decision-making and collaboration with persons outside the DADS Office. Knowledge of Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) or other statistical computer application software is necessary, as is knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, and graphic and presentation software. Specific experience using relational database software and structured query language is a plus. Must be comfortable with changing priorities. Must be able to work in a multi-project, fast-paced environment and meet concurrent deadlines. Must be able to work independently on repetitive as well as new and unfamiliar projects. Requires effective skills in oral, written, and interpersonal communication. Requires good organizational skills and extreme attentiveness to detail. Institutional Research Analyst II: Must be able to follow the established policies and procedures of the Office of Data Analytics and Decision Support (DADS) and university and also be able to independently identify and implement approaches and solutions to projects and issues based on training and experience. Work requires frequent decision-making and collaboration with persons outside the DADS Office. Must have a demonstrated knowledge of SQL, Cognos, Tableau/Power BI, programming, database manipulation, statistics, research design, and/or quantitative research analysis. Intermediate knowledge of statistics (descriptive, correlation/regression, means testing, etc.). Strong quantitative skills (arithmetic accuracy and skill at estimation). Strong analytical and critical thinking proficiency. Flexibility and creativity in problem solving. Ability to self-motivate and work independently when necessary but in a team when appropriate. Must be comfortable with changing priorities. Must be able to work in a multi-project, fast-paced environment and meet concurrent deadlines. Must be able to work independently on repetitive as well as new and unfamiliar projects. Requires effective skills in oral, written, and interpersonal communication. Requires good organizational skills and extreme attentiveness to detail. Full Time Part Time: Full Time Quicklink: EEO Statement: Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report