Research Associate IV - Data Strategy

Research Associate IV - Data Strategy

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Posting Number: S15333P

Department: PSO‑Carl Vinson Institute of Government

Location:

Athens Area

Employment Type:

Full Time

Salary:
Commensurate with experience

Opening until filled. Closing Date: 06/22/2026

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

• Terminal degree in a relative discipline and 8 years of professional experience, including 5 years of post‑degree work.
• Preferred:
  Terminal degree in data science, analytics, information systems, public administration, business, organizational development, statistics, engineering, geography, or a related field.
• Experience leading or supporting enterprise data strategy, governance, analytics, organizational improvement, or data management initiatives within complex organizations.
• Experience developing and delivering professional training, facilitation, or technical assistance programs for organizational leaders or working professionals.
• Experience working with cloud‑based data environments, analytics platforms, reporting tools, or organizational data systems.
• Experience collaborating with executive leadership, cross‑functional teams, or external stakeholders in higher education, government, nonprofit or public sector environments.
• Experience managing or supporting externally funded projects, contracts, or technical assistance initiatives is preferred.

• Lead and support data strategy, governance, organizational improvement, and technical assistance initiatives (60% of time).
• Develop and deliver training, facilitation, and professional development programs related to data strategy, governance, organizational effectiveness, and best practices (15% of time).
• Support Institute technical assistance initiatives and collaborative projects related to strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, performance improvement, and operational consulting (10% of time).
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with campus partners, external organizations, professional networks, and stakeholder groups to support project success, partnership development, and ongoing client engagement (10% of time).
• Remain current on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices related to data strategy, governance, analytics, organizational effectiveness, and public sector innovation (5% of time).

Physical Demands:
Office work, prolonged sitting, computer work, lifting up to 25 lbs. Day trips with overnight stays may be required. Travel estimated about 20%.

Security Access:
Yes.

Credit check required for positions with financial responsibilities. Background investigation includes criminal check, credentials and employment history verification, and may include a pre‑employment drug test for high‑risk positions.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, or authorized foreign national) on or before the effective date of appointment and maintaining eligibility without sponsorship throughout the appointment.

Recruitment Contact:
Steve Ekin, Email:
Steven.

Ekin