Data Analysis And Research Specialist

Data Analysis And Research Specialist

University of Doha for Science & Technology (UDST) is the first national applied university in the State of Qatar, offering applied bachelor's and master's degrees, certificates, and diplomas in fields such as Engineering Technology, Business Management, Computing, Health Sciences, and Continuing Education. With more than 700 staff and over 8,000 students, UDST is recognized for its student‑centered learning and state‑of‑the‑art facilities.

The Institutional Excellence Directorate invites applications for the position of Data Analysis and Research Specialist. Reporting to the Manager, Institutional Research, the successful candidate will support the Directorate in fully implementing the university’s mission and vision.

• Conduct data analysis on the performance of individual training providers and compare results across the entity.
• Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques, and provide analytical reports to support strategic initiatives and decision‑making.
• Create timely and accurate reports to meet section requirements, policies, and standards; produce regular and annual reports on institutional effectiveness trends and improvement areas.
• Adhere to policies and procedures, including conflict of interest, risk, complaints, data collection and management systems, and report any breaches.
• Conduct regular and ad‑hoc research and studies on institutional‑impacting issues to support ongoing assessment and improvement of academic programs, student success, and services.
• Assist in developing and implementing database, data collection systems, and data analytics strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
• Prepare institutional annual reports and publications, providing technical expertise on data storage structures, data mining, and data cleansing.
• Maintain confidentiality compliance and follow all internal and governmental regulations regarding data management.

• Education and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science and Analysis, Statistics, Software Engineering, or another related field. Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred.
• Experience: At least 5 years of relevant experience at a similar level is preferred.
• Language: Fluency in written and spoken English is required; fluency in Arabic is preferred.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Information Technology
• Industry: Higher Education

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.