Research Analyst II at Temple University - Hybrid Philadelph — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This role is hybrid, requiring regular on-site presence at Temple University's main campus in Philadelphia, PA. The split between remote and on-site days is at the university's discretion, meaning you won't have full control over your schedule. This makes long-term slow travel or frequent location changes essentially incompatible with this position.
For digital nomads, this is a significant constraint: you must be within commuting distance of Philadelphia during the workweek. The remote component offers some local flexibility (work-from-home days), but this is not a location-independent role.
Salary vs. nomad cost of living: At $49,250–$56,000/year, consider:
- Lisbon: A comfortable monthly budget runs ~$2,000–$2,500. This salary translates to ~$4,100–$4,700/month gross — potentially strong purchasing power, but you'd need to be physically in Philadelphia.
- Bangkok: Even more favorable at ~$1,500/month for a comfortable lifestyle, but again, residency in Philadelphia is required.
- Medellín: ~$1,200–$1,800/month covers a good lifestyle — but irrelevant for an on-site role.
If you're a traveler seeking a data/analytics role that is fully remote, look instead for titles like "Remote Institutional Research Analyst" or "Higher Education Data Analyst – Remote" at ed-tech companies or fully distributed universities. This posting is best suited to someone settled in or near Philadelphia.
Temple University's Institutional Research & Assessment Department is searching for a Research Analyst II!
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
- A hybrid work schedule
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Tuition remission – eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree tuition free
- A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Salary Range: $49,250 – $56,000
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.
Position Summary
The Research Analyst II supports the university's strategic planning and decision-making by conducting independent research and advanced data analysis. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Provost and Director of Data Analysis and Reporting, this role develops and executes quantitative and qualitative research projects, including forecasting and trend analyses related to student and institutional data.
The position transforms complex data into actionable insights through statistical modeling, data visualization, and effective communication. The Research Analyst II partners with campus stakeholders to define analytical needs, ensures data integrity through validation and governance practices, and supports institutional reporting for internal and external audiences. This role also monitors trends in higher education to inform planning, policy, and data-informed decision-making. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Details
- This position requires the following background checks: Cash Handling and Personally Identifiable Information background check.
- This position is listed as Hybrid work: Workweek divided between being onsite and working remotely.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in social sciences, statistics, educational research, or related field.
- At least two (2) years of directly related experience in Institutional Research or in educational research.
- Experience designing user-centered dashboards and reports for diverse audiences.
- Experience using reporting and data visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI.
- Demonstrated experience with statistical software packages such as R, Python, SPSS, JMP, or SAS.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Master's degree in social sciences, statistics, educational research, or related field.
- Experience working with Banner or other student information/ERP systems.
- Experience using SQL and/or statistical programming languages (R or Python).
- Experience working in an Institutional Research office.
- Experience developing dashboards using Tableau or Power BI.
- Knowledge of higher education data structures, metrics, and reporting requirements (e.g., enrollment, retention, graduation, IPEDS).
Required Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to manage, manipulate, and analyze large and complex datasets.
- Working knowledge of relational databases and data query tools; proficiency in SQL preferred.
- Strong statistical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret analytical results and clearly document methodologies, findings, and conclusions.
- Ability to identify opportunities to streamline reporting processes and improve data workflows.
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook.
- Ability to communicate complex analyses through clear data visualizations, reports, and presentations tailored to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into analytical solutions and actionable insights.
- Ability to manage multiple projects independently, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to promote data literacy and support effective data use across the institution.
- Understanding of data governance principles, including data definitions, standards, and data quality management.
This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote); the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or veteran status.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description, employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial, and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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Primary Location: Pennsylvania – Philadelphia – Main Campus – Wachman Hall
Job Type: Staff | Schedule: Full-time | Shift: Day Job | Employee Status: Regular
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