University of Maryland - College Park, MD
posted 4 months ago
The University of Maryland, College Park is seeking a Research Analyst to support the data reporting needs of the Office of Enrollment Management (EM). This position plays a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining data extracts, queries, reports, statistical models, and visualizations. The analyst will utilize advanced analytical tools to inform decision-making processes related to recruitment, admissions, scholarships, financial aid, enrollment, retention, and graduation. The role requires producing both routine and ad hoc internal and external reports, ensuring compliance with the highest ethical standards and integrity in data presentation. As a functional expert in enrollment data, the Research Analyst will offer recommendations for research strategies that provide valuable information for campus planners and decision-makers. The position involves researching, collecting, analyzing, forecasting, and communicating findings to colleagues within the University. The analyst will employ predictive modeling methods to identify patterns in historical and transactional data, assessing risks and opportunities related to student borrowing, funding of scholarships, and campus employment. Additionally, the Research Analyst will be responsible for running reports on the spending of campus-based funds, scholarships, institutional awards, and federal work-study programs. They will ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of released data, develop and communicate results of audit reports to identify and resolve instances of non-compliance with regulations, and assist with the development of EM dashboard reports to aid strategic planning. The position is hybrid, allowing for up to one day of remote work per week.