Jr. Research Analyst

The Junior Research Analyst provides programming and data collection support for information requests and data analyses for decision support, strategic initiatives, and external reporting requirements. The Jr. Research Analyst will be responsible for updating queries as reporting requirements change to maintain data quality and will assist with the maintenance of the office’s SQL Data Warehouse, data dashboards, and data visualizations. The Jr. Research Analyst will assist with the completion and submission of mandated/compliance reports/surveys and may also assist with institution wide surveys. 
 
Travel will be required, as this position will work on both the Gloucester and Cumberland Campuses.

1. Provides support for the reporting of accurate data to state, federal, and other external agencies, and organizations, such as SURE, NJIPEDS, and IPEDS.
2. Develops documentation and scripts to validate data accuracy and consistency in data collection and reporting efforts.
3. Analyzes and interprets data to produce reports, fact sheets, graphic presentations, and summaries.
4. Develops data visualizations in the form of tables, charts, dynamic graphics, and automated dashboards. 
5. Maintains and updates dashboards.
6. Receives and responds to ad hoc data requests from faculty, administrators, and staff in conjunction with senior staff.
7. Updates the College’s fact sheets and the IR Office’s website.
8. Perform other related duties, as assigned.

• Associate degree in math, statistics, data analytics, computer science or related field
• One year of related work experience.
• Strong quantitative skills 
• Familiarity with relational databases and data retrieval.
• Computer programming skills required; experience with SQL preferred. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy, extraordinary attention to detail, solid proofreading skills,
• Ability to prioritize workflow and multi-task, adherence to deadlines and to ethical and legal standards in institutional research. 
• Ability to travel to multiple educational institutions, utilizing personal vehicle for 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with varied hours, including nights and weekends, to meet department and College needs
• Possess the ability to work well and communicate effectively with prospective and current students, staff, faculty, administration, and colleagues and community partners
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff and a commitment to a student-centered environment

 
 
If certain conditions exist, this position requires you to have access to personal technological equipment and capabilities to perform your duties.COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at Rowan College of South Jersey. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the College. For more information about RCSJ’s vaccine requirements, visit the RCSJ Coronavirus Updates website for the latest information.   
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
 Physical activity of the position: 

• Standing
• Walking
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers such as picking, pinching, typing

Physical requirements of the position:

• Light work- exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force frequently

Visual acuity requirements of the position:

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity 

Workplace conditions of the position:

• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. 

Women and Minorities Encouraged to Apply
 Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
 
 As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

Salary : $45,000