Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

The Research Analyst designs, develops, and maintains data extracts, queries, reports, statistical models, and visualizations, using advanced analytical tools to inform decision making related to recruitment, admissions, scholarships, financial aid, enrollment, retention, and graduation. The position ensures accuracy and efficiency of output and makes recommendations consistent with findings, campus enrollment goals, and university policy. The incumbent is a vital member of the Office’s Data Team and works collaboratively with the Technology Team and with all Enrollment Management partners and other campus constituents.

This position requires the incumbent to exercise analysis and independent judgment in working with campus partners to ensure that data methods are consistent with federal, State, and university regulations. Documentation and training materials must be delivered in a way that they will be clearly understood and interpreted by end users, even by those who might not be familiar with student information and data environments. This position serves as a functional expert and resource for enrollment data, offering recommendations for appropriate research strategies that will produce information for use by campus planners and decision makers. The incumbent must be able to ask clarifying questions to determine the specifics of what is being asked and seek consultation when unique issues are presented; and, must be able to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders who rely on data analyses for decision support.

This position produces routine and ad hoc internal and external reports (including benchmarks and comparisons related to quality and efficacy of the institution), and abides by strict adherence to compliances and the highest ethical standards in ensuring that the data is presented with integrity. The position requires the incumbent to be analytical and trustworthy with the data. Focus and thoroughness are essential, as well as being able to integrate analytical knowledge and apply it to a variety of settings.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Experience:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

This position does not provide sponsorship for Visas.

The salary range for this position is $70,400 – $88,000.

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading. The ability to travel between campus buildings.

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.