Job Details

Data / Reporting Analysts

Position Number: 9838393
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Institutional Research and Planning

Data / Reporting Analysts

Job Summary

The University Analytics & Institutional Reporting (UAIR) office houses a transformational group of data professionals that turn complex university data into meaningful, highly valued information that is trusted by university leadership to drive strategic decisions, and generate official figures reported to regulatory, external and public agencies.

The UAIR team operates with an iterative mindset of continuous improvement, learning and adapting strategies as we go. We believe the strengths and knowledge each person brings to the team bolster our collective work and aim for a collaborative environment where we thrive together while tapping into our strongest individual contributions. If you're the type of person who loves data and wants to know your work has meaning, you may find your career home in our office.

We are seeking an experienced analyst with a strong professional foundation in survey methodology, measurement, and research best practices to support the UAIR Survey Resource Center. The work supports the development, execution, and maintenance of data-driven processes, applications, and reporting systems that support institutional research and strategic decision-making. As a subject matter expert in survey methodology, the successful analyst will offer consultative services to campus partners to design rigorous research instruments, ensure methodological integrity, and translate findings into actionable insights. The analyst will produce executivelevel qualitative and quantitative analyses, communicating results clearly and accurately, and enabling survey data to be leveraged by the university.

The successful candidate will be a seasoned professional with a strong background in social science, data analysis, data visualization, and will bring expert-level experience in Qualtrics.

Like many areas at the University of Utah, our office is a hybrid work environment and requires residence in the state of Utah with the ability to come to campus 3 days per week. More details can be discussed in an interview. Our office is not currently able to support individuals seeking sponsorship for visa---living in and working from Utah is a requirement.

About the University of Utah
Located in Salt Lake City, in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is the flagship institution of the State of Utah's system of higher education, a top tier research institution with membership in the Association of American Universities (AAU) and Big 12 Athletic Conference.
The University offers a strong benefits package, including a personal (401a) retirement account with employer contribution of 14.2%, highly competitive health insurance, generous paid leave time, free public transportation pass (UTA), 50% tuition reduction for eligible employee and family members, and more: https://benefits.utah.edu/

Responsibilities
Core Job Responsibilities of UAIR Analysts:

I. Stakeholder Engagement & Support
a. Engage stakeholders to gather and refine business requirements
b. Act as a liaison between technical teams and business users
c. Deliver training, workshops, and consultations to empower end-users
d. Incorporate stakeholder feedback to improve deliverables and foster growth
e. Align work with the institution's strategic vision/plan to support key priorities

II. Data Management Collaboration
a. Support data architects and engineers with researched methodology for the development of new data models
b. Collaborate with data architects and engineers to enhance understanding of data models and scalable system design
c. Support data governance advancement
d. Strengthen problem-solving by identifying and resolving data quality issues

III. Reporting & Visualization
a. Design intuitive, impactful dashboards and reports using Tableau
b. Practice data storytelling to translate metrics into meaningful visual narratives
c. Create detailed documentation and user guides to support knowledge sharing
d. Explore and adopt innovative visualization techniques to improve clarity, usability, and decision making
e. Obtain awareness of IPEDS reporting standards and University data policies (Rule 4)
f. Engage in continuous learning of tools, subject matter expertise, and peer institutions (SQL, Tableau, workshops, webinars, etc.)

IV. Insights & Research
a. Learn research design principles and aligned methodologies with strategic questions
b. Conduct descriptive and diagnostic analyses to uncover trends and anomalies
c. Apply domain expertise to contextualize findings and expand institutional knowledge
d. Co-author white papers and briefs with UAIR leadership to communicate insights
e. Support strategic decision making by aligning analyses with institutional priorities
f. Anticipate questions from executive needs by framing analyses for short and long term impact
g. Stay informed on higher education trends via professional communities (AIR, Educause, AAU, IPEDS)

V. Professional Development & Impact
a. Continually build deeper technical expertise in Qualtrics, SQL, and Tableau.
b. Enhance communication, facilitation, and strategic thinking skills
c. Build resilience and a growth mindset through feedback and collaboration
d. Strengthen UAIR's role in fostering a data-informed university culture
e. Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning and professional engagement

Additional responsibilities specific to your role:

Design, build, test, and maintain sophisticated surveys using Qualtrics.
Provide consultation to campus stakeholders on survey design and research needs.
Manage multiple concurrent projects, balancing competing priorities and timelines.
Maintain proactive communication of project progress, challenges, and emerging needs.
Develop and maintain documentation for survey processes, reporting procedures, data sources, and other recurring areas of responsibility.
Extract, analyze, and compile figures from a variety of data sources.
Manage the completion of numerous external surveys (e.g. US News, Princeton Review), interpreting definitions and reporting guidelines
Analyze institutional ranking survey results and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership to inform planning and institutional priorities
Contribute to federal (IPEDS) and state (USHE) reporting processes, ensuring compliance with definitions and reporting guidelines
Update and maintain the UAIR website
Update and maintain Tableau dashboards
Other duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Data / Reporting Analyst, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Data / Reporting Analyst, III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience. Data / Reporting Analyst, IV: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.
Data / Reporting Analyst, V: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Experience with utilizing data to support strategic planning initiatives in higher education
Proficiency/certification in Tableau
Proficiency in Oracle SQL
Experience performing institutional research analyses that employ advanced statistical analyses and/or predictive analytics
Master's degree or higher in a social science discipline (e.g., psychology, sociology, or a related field) preferred.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN46237B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: 8am-5pm MT Monday -- Friday
Department: 00822 - University Analytics & Institutional Reporting
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 60000-85000
Close Date: 10/15/2026
Open Until Filled:

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