Institutional Data Analyst

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University of South Carolina is hiring an Institutional Data Analyst. This entry-level professional role supports university reporting, analytics, and data-informed decision-making by extracting, managing, and analyzing institutional data. The analyst collaborates with campus stakeholders to develop reports, dashboards, and contribute to strategic projects focused on institutional priorities.

Highlights

Assist in compiling and submitting institutional data for state and federal reporting (e.g., CHE, IPEDS).
Query, clean, and analyze data from institutional databases using SQL, Excel, and statistical software like SAS and SPSS.
Develop reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to inform institutional decision-making.
Support data analysis projects related to enrollment, student success, financial aid, and other initiatives.
Collaborate with campus stakeholders to gather analytics requirements and promote data quality and governance.
Required skills include foundational data analysis, basic statistics, SQL, and effective communication abilities.
Preferred experience with R, Python, SAS, SPSS, and data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and two or more years of related experience or equivalent combination.
Position offers a salary range of $57,779 to $72,224 with full-time, 12-month employment.
Reports to the PROV Office of Institutional Research Assessment and Analytics within the Division of Academic Affairs and Provost.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by May 08, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00269PO26
Job Family	Research
Job Function	Statisticians
USC Market Title	Statistical and Research Analyst
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133797
Job Level	P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)	Institutional Data Analyst
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	Division of Academic Affairs and Provost
Department	PROV Office of Institutional Research Assessment and Analytics (OIRAA)
State Pay Range	G10
USC Market Range	MRG - $57,779 $72,224 $86,669
Anticipated Hiring Range	$57,779 - $72,224
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Other

About USC

About University of South Carolina	From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement	The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	The Institutional Data Analyst is an entry-level professional responsible for supporting university reporting, analytics, and data-informed decision-making. This role focuses on extracting, managing, and analyzing institutional data from internal and external sources to support reporting, dashboards, and strategic initiatives. The analyst collaborates with campus stakeholders to gather requirements, develop reports and data visualizations, and contribute to analytical projects related to key institutional priorities such as enrollment and student success. Additionally, the role supports data governance efforts by promoting data quality, consistency, and best practices. This position is ideal for individuals with foundational experience in data analysis, statistics, or related fields who are seeking to build expertise in higher education analytics
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications	Exposure to data analysis, reporting, or research methods through coursework, internships, or projects Experience with one or more tools such as SQL, R, Python, SAS, or SPSS Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar Interest in higher education data, institutional analytics, or public sector work
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Foundational understanding of data analysis and basic statistical concepts Ability to work with structured datasets and learn data querying techniques (e.g., SQL) Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present data clearly Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team Willingness and ability to learn new tools, systems, and technologies

Job Duties

Job Duty	Institutional Reporting & Compliance Assist in compiling, validating, and submitting institutional data for state and federal reporting requirements (e.g., CHE, IPEDS), ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting standards and deadlines.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	25

Job Duty	Data Extraction, Management, and Analysis Query, clean, and analyze data from institutional databases (e.g., Banner, PeopleSoft) and external sources using SQL, Excel, and statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS) to support reporting and analysis needs.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	25

Job Duty	Reporting, Dashboards, and Visualization Support the development of reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to communicate insights and inform institutional decision-making.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Analytical Support for Institutional Priorities Assist with data analysis projects related to enrollment, student success, financial aid, and other key institutional initiatives; prepare findings in written, tabular, and visual formats for diverse audiences.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

Job Duty	Stakeholder Collaboration & Data Governance Collaborate with campus stakeholders to gather reporting and analytics requirements; contribute to documentation, data definitions, and data management best practices to improve data quality and consistency.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive	No
Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date	04/21/2026
Job Close Date	05/08/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by May 08, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/205143
EEO Statement	The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in a job-related field and 2 or more years of job-related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education and/or experience?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

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