Job Description Summary

Under close supervision, the Business Analyst I conducts external survey research and completes other data analyses to support the University's mission. Assists the Executive Director and the Business Intelligence team in the development and coordination of annual planning and evaluation systems that guide the implementation of strategic planning, and monitors institutional effectiveness at the institutional, divisional, and departmental level.

Essential Duties

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and assist in the interpretation of the data for presentation with Technolutions (SLATE).

• Complete multivariate statistical analyses of marketing, admission, and financial aid programs.

•  Assess and assure data integrity.

• Support the development, testing, administration, analysis, and distribution of findings to relevant constituent groups for major external surveys.

• Contribute to the evaluation of existing databases and assist in the conceptual and technical development of new data sources both for research and administrative planning purposes.

• Data Management and Data Governance a must.

• Survey design and structure knowledge.

• Monitor and evaluate new tools, models, and software to enhance research and analysis capabilities.

• Assist with the preparation of periodic reports to be reviewed by senior management.

• Build data flows within Alteryx and/or other software.

• Efficient in PLSQL developer.

• Monitor data from peer institutions; maintain benchmark data and distribute relevant information to appropriate departments and offices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Masters Preferred

• 0-2 years of related experience.

• Strong set of broad technical and critical skills such as SPSS, Tableau, Alteryx, Qualtrics, Workday Prism, PLSQL Developer and other comparable software used to analyze, organize and present data.

• Fluent in qualitative and quantitative research methodology.

• Excellent oral and written presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Workday and Tableau

Work Environment

• Typical office setting with extensive sitting and computer work.

• Ability to travel around campus for meetings and other work related events.

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.