Research Analyst & BI Developer

🇺🇸 Rochester, MI 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $75K 💻 Data Science 🗓️ December 4th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

Oakland University is hiring a Research Analyst & BI Developer. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining data models, dashboards, reports, and analytics tools to provide actionable insights that support student success initiatives. The position focuses on data collection, analysis, and reporting to improve student retention, persistence, and graduation outcomes.

Highlights

Design and maintain data models, dashboards, reports, and analytics tools.
Support student success initiatives through data collection, transformation, and analysis.
Proficiency in data analysis and business intelligence tools including SPSS, SAS, Python, SQL, Microsoft Power BI, and Tableau.
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in data-related fields and at least two years of experience in data analytics and applied research.
Strong skills in SQL queries and creating interactive data visualizations.
Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree, higher education experience, knowledge of Ellucian Banner, and predictive analytics expertise.
Position is within the Institutional Research department (Dept 2669).
Annual salary is $75,393 with a standard 40-hour workweek.
Oakland University offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, tuition assistance, and wellness programs.
Role directly aids in tracking and monitoring students’ academic performance and behaviors to enhance retention and graduation outcomes.