Senior Institutional Research Analyst - Administration - Mercy College

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

The Senior Institutional Research (IR) Analyst is responsible for coordinating fundamental support that will assist Richmond Higher Education Institution (HEI) leaders in making data informed decisions. This position is responsible for providing and analyzing institutional data in relation to institution assessment, effectiveness, key performance indicators, and other areas (programmatic and departmental) related to institutional effectiveness. This position is also responsible for all aspects of survey research, such as the design, collection, analysis, and suggested recommendations for action.

• Provides subject matter expertise in advanced data management and statistical analysis, including extracting and using data from systems such as student information system (SIS), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and other allied third‑party technology
• Analyzes institutional data in relation to institution assessment and effectiveness and key performance indicators
• Oversees all aspects of survey research to include the design, collection, analysis, and dissemination of results related to institution assessment and effectiveness at the three Richmond HEIs
• Supports completion of internal and external reports and surveys for the Richmond HEIs, including recurring ones from census as well as from the SIS
• Disseminates official results in a timely manner to appropriate internal and external agencies or audiences, including preparing reports, constructing presentations, and completing survey forms, interpreting institutional statistics for a wide variety of external agencies as well as Richmond HEI administrators, faculty, staff, and students
• Responds to ad hoc requests for data and analyses in a timely fashion
• Creates and maintains a timeline of all recurring internal and external reports and surveys for the three Richmond HEIs
• Contributes to the development, implementation, and management of a data warehouse, and business intelligence (BI) and visualization tools

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

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• Bachelors Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or Social or Education Research (required)
• Masters Degree in Higher Education, Statistics, or Computer Information Systems (preferred)

• 3 years of data analysis or related experience in higher education setting (required)

As a Mercy College of Ohio associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well‑being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia;
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