Director of Analytic Services Institutional Planning and Research and Associate Provost

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ASO Provost, DIR Analytic Svcs

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience

The University of Florida (UF), a leading public research university, invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of Analytic Services for IPR and Associate Provost. This strategic leader plays a defining role in shaping UF’s data strategy, institutional effectiveness, and evidence-based decision-making at one of the nation’s top public universities.

As the University’s data and analytics officer, the Director of Analytic Services for IPR and Associate Provost provides strategic vision for university-wide reporting and analytics capabilities, and represents UF in state, federal, and national data exchanges, helping define the standards and methodologies that shape our institution.

This visionary leader reports to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and is responsible for a staff of 10.

You belong at a university that’s leading the way!

Join our team and influence the strategic direction of a top-tier R1, AAU institution; lead UF’s data and analytics ecosystem, shape models, metrics, reporting systems, and predictive capabilities used by senior leaders across campus; engage nationally with organizations including AAUDE, the Florida Board of Governors, NCES/IPEDS, CSRDE, and Academic Analytics, representing UF in conversations that guide the future of institutional research;

and drive innovation in business intelligence, big data, and predictive analytics within a leading public research university.

The University of Florida, the state’s flagship institution, is a top-ranked public research university located in Gainesville. With 16 colleges, a major academic health center, and championship-winning athletics, UF is a leader in education, research, and innovation. Its 2,000-acre campus integrates historic charm with state-of-the-art facilities and preserved natural spaces, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Ranked 7th among U.S. public universities in the 2025 U.S. News Best Colleges rankings, UF continues to drive advancements across multiple fields.

With over 60,000 students, 32,000 employees, and a $10 billion annual budget, UF is among the largest and most well‑funded universities in the nation. A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), UF boasts 6,600+ faculty, including National Academy members and award‑winning scholars. In 2024, UF research expenditure surpassed $1.26 billion, demonstrating a strong commitment to discovery and technological advancement.

The university leads in artificial intelligence education, incorporating AI into 200+ courses taught by 350 faculty, supported by Hi Per Gator , the most powerful university‑owned supercomputer in the U.S.

UF’s strength lies in its comprehensive academic offerings, robust state support, and forward‑thinking vision. With continuous growth and transformation, UF is dedicated to its mission “to be a premier university that the state, nation, and world look to for leadership.” For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The Director of Analytic Services for Institutional Planning and Research and Associate Provost will:

• Oversee all functions of IPR, including institutional data governance, reporting, analytics, dashboards, projections, and survey administration.
• Serve as UF’s University Data Administrator for the Florida Board of Governors; AAUDE Liaison; IPEDS Keyholder; and Academic Analytics liaison.
• Ensure the integrity, quality, accessibility, and strategic use of institutional data.
• Provide rapid, accurate responses and strategic analyses for senior administration.
• Lead the development of new reporting capabilities, dashboards, predictive models, and analytical tools (e.g., Tableau, SAS, SQL).
• Drive data stewardship and policy compliance across the university while ensuring alignment with FERPA, public records requirements, and external reporting standards.
• Oversee a $1.1M departmental budget and ensure secure handling of…