Job Title

Data Analyst - Academic Programs

Department

Dean of Behavioral and Health Sciences

Salary

$66,342 - $83,039; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Data Analyst for Academic Programs plays a critical role in supporting data-informed decision-making across the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences (CBHS). This position is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data related to student recruitment, enrollment management, retention and persistence, academic program effectiveness, student learning outcomes, accreditation metrics, and post-graduation career success.

The analyst collaborates with CBHS academic departments, college leadership, institutional research, and external stakeholders to develop insights that enhance student success, optimize program performance, and support strategic planning initiatives.

This position directly contributes to the College’s mission by enhancing student success, improving program quality, supporting accreditation efforts, and aligning academic offerings with workforce needs. The Data Analyst for Academic Programs serves as a key partner in advancing evidence-based strategies that improve recruitment, retention, graduation, and career outcomes for students.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Applied Data Sciences, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Educational Research, Higher Education Administration, Social Sciences, Public Health, or a closely related field with demonstrated coursework or experience in data analysis and reporting.

Required Related Experience

Experience collecting, organizing, analyzing, and reporting data to support decision-making, assessment, research, program evaluation, or continuous improvement efforts. Experience may be gained through employment, internships, assistantships, coursework, or applied academic projects.

Desirable Related Experience

Higher Education Data and Student Success Analytics - Knowledge of higher education data systems, student information systems, enrollment management processes, and key student success metrics, including recruitment, retention, persistence, graduation, and post-graduation outcomes.

Data Analysis, Research, and Assessment - Experience working with large datasets and across databases. Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods, statistical analysis, program evaluation, student learning outcomes assessment, and continuous improvement practices used to support academic decision-making.

Reporting, Visualization, and Decision Support - Knowledge of data reporting, dashboard development, data visualization, and performance measurement techniques that communicate complex information effectively and support evidence-based planning and decision-making.

Accreditation, Compliance, and Institutional Effectiveness - Familiarity with accreditation processes and student learning outcomes assessment. Knowledge of accreditation standards, regulatory reporting requirements, institutional effectiveness processes, and data governance principles, including the protection and responsible use of student data.

Workforce Trends and Strategic Planning - Knowledge of labor market trends, workforce needs, career outcomes assessment, and strategic planning processes that align academic programs with student, employer, and community needs.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to communicate complex data clearly to non-technical audiences

Desirable License/Registration/Certification

Power BI Data Analyst Associate
Tableau Desktop Specialist
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Association for Institutional Research (AIR) training/certificates
Assessment training through Association for the Assessment of Learning in Higher Education (AALHE) or Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.(SACSCOC)
and/or other professional development or certification in assessment, accreditation, institutional research, or higher education analytics

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

Special Instruction to Applicants 

Applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter that addresses their qualifications and job-related experience.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email hrs@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: For best consideration, please apply by July 31, 2026.  Application will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the listed application review date of August 17, 2026.