University Institutional Research Analyst

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville:
Institutional Research Analyst 2

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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville:
Institutional Research Analyst 2

7/20/2026

8/21/2026

The Office of Institutional Research and Strategic Analysis (IRSA) is looking for an individual who will support the units mission of providing accurate and timely data to inform decision-making on campus. IRSA has enhanced our reporting and business intelligence capabilities and is searching for a candidate with proven experience conducting research in higher education and developing Power BI reports. This position will become the primary lead for reporting IRSAs employee data.

A review of applications will occur no later than mid-August.

• Conducts descriptive studies and produces ad-hoc reports pertaining to faculty, students, staff, and the instructional process. (40%).
• Assists in the collection and reporting of university data to state and federal agencies, benchmarking studies, data exchanges, other external survey organizations, and with production of the Fact Book. (20%).
• Create and maintain Power BI dashboards. (20%).
• Assists in the creation and maintenance of internal OIRA data. (10%).
• Identifies, designs, and conducts complex analytical studies and projects. (10%).

• Education and Experience:
  
  Masters degree in higher education, educational research, behavioral sciences, business, computer science or related fields plus 2 or more years analytical / reporting experience
• Two years experience developing Power BI reports
• Two years experience writing SQL code

• Ability to write complex SQL queries to extract, manipulate, and analyze datasets
• Expertise in using Power BI (and other MS technologies) to create reporting solutions
• Ability to apply strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Experience:
  
  Analytical / reporting experience in an institution of higher education
• Knowledge of the field of Institutional Research
• Familiarity with Banner Student systems

Work Location:

In-office (Knoxville, TN) with opportunity for some days/week working remotely.

• Anticipated hiring range: $75,000 - $80,000.
• Excellent benefits.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without the need for current or future employment sponsorship.

Univ. of Tennessee Inst. Research and Strategic Analysis

Jim Lenio, Director

jlenio

irsa.utk.edu