Senior Research Associate

About the role

This position is responsible for collecting, organizing, and analyzing data on any aspect of the college or the external environment as requested. Prepares reports, documentation, and related informative and presentation materials outlining research results.

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis, identifies trends, verifies data validity, and provides data to end-users by performing in-depth longitudinal studies and cross-sectional studies including demographic / geographic data analysis by gathering and synthesizing information and data applicable to the study.
• Daily - 35%: Performs analysis, identifies trends, verifies data validity, and provides data to end-users by performing in-depth longitudinal studies and cross-sectional studies including demographic / geographic data analysis by gathering and synthesizing information and data applicable to the study.
• Daily - 15%: Creates and maintains quality databases by extracting data from a wide variety of data sources, assessing data quality, performing data management, and loading data into a database for analysis and peer comparisons. Makes recommendations for improvement.
• Daily - 15%: Disseminates research results by writing analysis, data tables, and graphics to be presented through in-person presentations, written reports, and web-based presentation within the college as well as to other non-college colleagues.
• Weekly - 5%: Participates on internal and external committees related to institutional research issues. Recognizes business needs to design technical solutions and plans and oversees improvement design solutions.
• Weekly - 10%: Assists in the coordination of the State and Federal reporting to ensure timeliness and accuracy. Remains in compliance with college, state, and federal regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Associate’s degree required. Bachelor's Degree preferred in social/behavioral science, statistics, economics, educational administration, or other research-oriented area.
• Minimum Experience/Training: Four to six years of directly related experience, preferably with a higher education institution, in which working on research projects and data reporting is/was the primary function; the experience includes statistical software, i.e. SPSS, SAS, STATA and/or other statistical software (not including spreadsheet packages).
• Experience with database software, i.e. SAS, Access, SQL, Paradox, dbase and/or other database software.
• Experience with both quantitative and qualitative data strongly desired.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision in research design, implementation, analysis, and dissemination of research related to higher education. In depth functional knowledge of and expertise in multiple technology environments, programs, languages, etc. including Microsoft Office packages and experience with database technologies. Proficient in the use of statistical analysis software, such as SAS, SPSS and other BI tools such as Enterprise Miner. Excellent report writing skills. Must be detail oriented, organized, resourceful and maintain efficient work habits. Knowledge of statistics and research methodology. Ability to conduct data needs assessment and gathers specifications and complete projects with rapidly changing priorities. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact and effectively communicate research methodology and findings. Ability to manage own work and work of others to unit performance standards for cost, quality, and output.

Our Culture

At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty. Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to: Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment PlanWellness ProgramVacation/Paid Time OffWinter and Spring Break OffPaid Parental LeaveTuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

Pay

$53,468 - $63,493 - Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Schedule

First Shift