SENIOR Enrollment Analytics Developer, Institutional Research

SENIOR ENROLLMENT ANALYTICS DEVELOPER, Institutional Research

Boston University Information Services & Technology (IS&T) is seeking a Senior Enrollment Analytics Developer to deliver statistical models supporting the University's strategic enrollment and financial aid goals. This full‑time position is located in Boston, MA and is remote‑local, with a preference for office presence 1–2 days a week.

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular.
Salary Grade: $–$.
Location: Boston, MA.

• Create statistical models for admissions-related tasks like forecasting enrollment and financial aid expenditures.
• Inform strategic decision‑making and support projects such as recruitment and financial aid budgeting.
• Monitor current automated reports for accuracy, reliability, and opportunities to improve our data systems.
• Query, extract, and transform data from multiple systems to build datasets for analysis.
• Document workflows, models, and reporting resources for transparency and reproducibility.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to knowledge‑sharing within the team.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to senior leadership in important enrollment planning conversations.
• Contribute to the implementation of data governance policies and best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, computer science, applied mathematics, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in data analytics, data science, or institutional research.
• Proficiency in Python, R, and SQL for data cleaning, modeling, and analysis.
• Practical experience with applied statistical techniques including regression analysis, significance testing, descriptive statistics, and a variety of modeling approaches (e.g., random forests, component analysis).
• Experience translating technical findings into clear language for non‑technical audiences.

• Experience in an R1 university or similarly complex academic institution.
• Familiarity with higher education data systems (SIS, HRIS, LMS) and national datasets (IPEDS, NSF HERD, CDS).
• Experience with trends and concepts in enrollment management, financial aid strategy and associated issues in higher education.

Boston University offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, a paid intersession break, 13 paid holidays, a fully‑vested retirement plan after two years of eligible service, tuition assistance for employees and family members, and additional wellness and professional development resources.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We appreciate each individual's knowledge, experiences and insights which enhance who we are, and as our DEIA practice grows, we will ensure that our mission, vision and practices remain equitable and welcoming to all.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.