Institutional Research Analyst at Nightingale College

Institutional Research Analyst

The target hiring range for this position is $85,000-92,500.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Research Analyst to join our team, specializing in producing high-quality data for both peer-reviewed publications and institutional effectiveness reporting. This dual-focused role involves collecting, analyzing, and verifying data to support impactful research as well as initiatives that enhance institutional decision-making and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantitative analysis and data management, ensuring that data is accurate, reliable, and meets the rigorous standards required for academic publications and institutional reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Collection and Preparation: Collect, clean, and manage large datasets from internal and external sources to support both peer-reviewed research projects and institutional performance metrics. Conduct data quality checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data used for academic and institutional purposes.
• Statistical Analysis & Reporting: Conduct in-depth statistical analyses to support peer-reviewed publications, including regression models, hypothesis testing, and other advanced techniques. Generate insightful reports and visualizations that inform institutional effectiveness, benchmarking, and strategic decision-making processes.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with researchers, faculty, and administrators to understand data needs for both academic and institutional objectives. Align data production with the goals of peer-reviewed research as well as with the metrics required for accreditation, compliance, and performance evaluation.
• Documentation & Methodology: Maintain comprehensive documentation of data sources, methodologies, and analytical procedures to ensure transparency and reproducibility, supporting the standards for peer-reviewed research and institutional reporting. Provide clear and accessible descriptions of data and findings for publication and reporting, adapting outputs to meet the needs of different audiences.
• Quality Control & Compliance: Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure data integrity and compliance with data governance standards, institutional policies, and privacy regulations. Monitor and maintain adherence to ethical standards and protocols in both research and institutional reporting.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with best practices in data analysis, statistical methods, and data governance, proactively identifying ways to improve data processes for research and institutional effectiveness.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Data Science, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience: 4+ years of experience in data analysis, research, or institutional effectiveness roles, with a focus on producing data for academic publications and/or institutional reporting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools such as R, Python, or SPSS. Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Sigma. Knowledge of database management and query languages, particularly SQL.

All new hires are required to attend New Collaborator Orientation (NCO) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The College will pay for travel and lodging accommodations.

Nightingale’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected both in our learners and collaborators because we believe the best outcomes for learners from underserved and diverse populations are achieved through collaborators with similar backgrounds and cultures. Nightingale College is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission (not just words on the wall, we live it, love it, and daily contribute to it): With the primary focus on higher learning in healthcare professions, Nightingale College contributes to elevating education, health, and employment systems through facilitation of academic achievement, personal growth, and professional development of its learners, alumni, and collaborators, while serving diverse communities.

At Nightingale College, our Innovative Education model helps transform rural health landscapes through our blended-distance learning platform. Every person involved with Nightingale College helps to change the lives of our learners, our communities, and ultimately the world by adding to the quality of healthcare. We are proud to have graduated over 3,400 nurses serving communities in need. We are serious about our outcomes and have a little bit of fun getting there.

The professional and personal development of our learners and our collaborators is our company’s foundation. Not only do we develop strategies that promote a positive work-life integration, but we also create an environment that invites you to become an expert in your field, be it through higher education or professional development. Put simply, we elevate employment, elevate health, and elevate education. We’re so happy that you’ve found us!