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Job #  | 043180
Department Code  | 20213-5138
Department  | Acad Affairs Institutional
Job Title  | Assessment Associate
Location  | Syracuse, NY
Campus  | Syracuse, NY
Commitment to On-Campus Experience  | Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Range  | $65,500
Pay Determination  | Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Staff Level  | S4
FLSA Status  | Exempt
Hours  | Standard University business hours

8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type  | Full-time
Unionized Position Code  | Not Applicable
Job Description  | The Assessment Associate is a member of the Office of Institutional Effectiveness assessment working team, which partners with faculty, staff, and academic leaders to sustain a collaborative, evidence-based culture of assessment that strengthens student learning and post-graduation outcomes at Syracuse University. Serving as a consultant and resource to a set of schools and colleges, the Associate supports faculty and program leaders as they develop meaningful learning outcomes, sustain program-level assessment and action plans, and use results to improve teaching and learning. The Associate also leads the analysis of the University’s Shared Competencies assessment, transforming results into clear dashboards and reports that reveal where students are achieving learning outcomes and where gaps remain, informing action and improvement. In partnership with the Center for Student Excellence and the schools and colleges, the Associate manages the University’s First Destination Survey, overseeing the collection of post-graduate outcomes data and communicating where recent graduates land and how their paths vary across schools/colleges and populations.
Education and Experience  | Master’s degree in instructional design, development and evaluation or higher education Minimum of three to five (5) years’ experience in higher education is required. Experience with quantitative and qualitative analysis. Experience using AI tools to improve efficiency and quality of work, with an understanding of their responsible and ethical use
Skills and Knowledge  | Strong interpersonal skills and a service- and solutions-oriented approach, with a demonstrated commitment to building trusting relationships and understanding and effectively addressing the needs of faculty, staff, students, and academic leadership. Ability to facilitate faculty professional development sessions. Demonstrated ability to oversee survey implementation, analyze data, and communicate findings effectively to technical and non-technical audiences at all levels. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands under deadline while remaining flexible and responsive. Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performing, interdisciplinary team. Ability to interpret and apply academic and administrative policies. Commitment to data security, confidentiality, and the responsible, ethical use of University-approved AI tools

Responsibilities  | Serve as a consultant and resource to a set of schools and colleges, supporting faculty-led learning outcomes assessment across academic programs. Partner with faculty and program leaders as they specify meaningful outcomes and measures, map curriculum, and sustain manageable assessment and action plans across the University’s assessment cycle. Provide constructive feedback that strengthens assessment efforts and facilitate faculty’s use of results to improve teaching and learning. Build local capacity by grounding consultation in current best practices and transparent and participatory approaches. Manage the University’s Shared Competencies tagging process and lead assessment analysis. Produce compelling dashboards and reports that reveal students’ achievement of the learning outcomes and surface gaps across schools/colleges and populations. Clearly communicate quantitative and qualitative findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders to inform curricular and co-curricular improvement. Contribute to developing and delivering professional development that deepens engagement in assessment and the Shared Competencies. Manage the University’s First Destination Survey of recent graduates in partnership with the Center for Student Excellence and the schools/colleges. Oversee the collection of post-graduate outcomes data, ensure data quality and a strong knowledge rate, and create reports and dashboards that communicate where graduates land and how outcomes vary across schools/colleges and populations. Ensure responsible and ethical use of University-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and efficiency. Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements  | Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment  | Not Applicable
Application Instructions  | In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University  | Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area  | Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement  | Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans  | Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community  | Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.


Quick Link  | https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/114868
Job Posting Date  | 10/19/2026
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