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Data Scientist/Research Assistant-Community College

Employer
Westchester Community College
Location
Valhalla, New York (US)
Salary
SALARY & BENEFITS: The starting salary is $67,417 plus excellent benefits.

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Job Details

Reporting to Assistant Dean of Institutional Research, Planning, and Effectiveness, the Data Scientist will generate data for various campus initiatives and grants and conduct qualitative and quantitative data analyses using state-of-the-art analytical tools. Key responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Collect, extract, and manipulate large data sets from various sources; incorporate applied research methods to analyze data, including appropriate interpretation of analysis results in support of college's grants, initiatives, decision-making, strategic planning, and reaccreditation activities;
  • Develop statistical analyses to assist administrators, faculty and staff in educational research studies, and in gathering and compiling statistics relating to the educational environment;
  • Create queries within the college's student information system to extract data in support of various projects at the college;
  • Assist in designing and/or administering internal and external surveys as well as conducting analyses and producing reports on survey results for college constituents;
  • Design and create dashboards to support the college community in the decision-making process;
  • Develop and distribute enrollment reports and forecasts to inform and support college in enrollment strategy and innovation efforts;
  • Provide training to college constituents when needed on utilization and understanding of data analyses; and
  • Perform other tasks as required.

 


Requirements:

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and two years of experience performing statistical studies and analyses using complex automated information systems.  A Master's Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration or Economics is preferred and may be substituted for one year of the required experience.  The preferred candidate will possess the following experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and attributes:

  • Excellent knowledge of quantitative and qualitative data analyses, including proficiency in using SPSS and Tableau;
  • Excellent knowledge of research methodologies, data collection techniques, ability to gather and collect statistical research and draw logical conclusions;
  • Ability to design statistical tables, produce graphs and charts, and interpret reporting procedures to effectively communicate with college constituents;
  • Data oriented and accurate with ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines; thoroughness; resourcefulness; initiative; good judgment; tact; dependability; and data integrity;
  • Clear, concise and accurate oral and written reports.

 


Additional Information:

SALARY & BENEFITS: The starting salary is $67,417 plus excellent benefits. 

Organization

Working at Westchester Community College

Mission and Goals

Westchester Community College is more than just the county’s largest educational institution. It is a living, breathing part of Westchester that goes beyond the influence of a typical college and affects the lives of all who enter its doors.

History

Westchester Community College was founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in White Plains. In 1957, the County of Westchester bought the 360-acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla and designated 218 acres for the community college.

Enrollment

There are approximately 12,000 full- and part-time college credit students. Continuing education students bring the total number served by the college each semester to more than 20,000. Precise statistics about the college's enrollment history can be found in the Institutional Research & Planning pages.

Faculty

Westchester Community College’s faculty and professional staff have received more SUNY Chancellors Awards for Excellence than any other community college in the system. More than 98% hold masters or doctorate degrees in their fields. Student/faculty ratio is 16.1:1.

Veteran Friendly Campus

The college, which opened in 1946 in order to train and educate veterans, welcomes those who have served our country. We are considered a "Veteran Friendly Campus" due to our extensive services for those who have spent time in the military.

Degrees

The college offers more than 50 associate and certificate programs. We have three types of associate degrees in 36 subject areas: the Associate in Arts for students transferring to four-year institutions in the liberal arts; the Associate in Science for those transferring to four-year institutions for business, math, science or health careers; and the Associate in Applied Science for those preparing to seek immediate employment, change careers or transfer. In addition, certificate programs typically requiring between 15 to 33 credits are offered in approximately 20 career fields.

Continuing Education

The Continuing Education Division is the largest such unit in the entire SUNY system. It offers courses for people of all ages considering career choices or changes or personal development; customized training for businesses; innovative programming for older adults; an exciting arts and culture series open to the public.

Library

The Harold L. Drimmer Library / Learning Resource Center contains 110,000 volumes and 600 periodical titles, as well as more than 19 million searchable records and entries from 97 electronically-linked libraries.

Career & Transfer Center

The Career & Transfer Center helps students assess career options, plan career and curriculum, take steps toward transfer to a four-year college, prepare for job interviews, and locate and obtain jobs before and after graduation.

Child Care

Virginia Marx Children's Center at Westchester Community College (Valhalla campus) provides year-round, fully licensed and accredited care for children of students, faculty, staff and other working parents. Ages six weeks - five years.

Sports

Intercollegiate teams for men are fielded in soccer, basketball, lacrosse, golf, and baseball. Women's intercollegiate teams include tennis, volleyball, basketball, and softball. The Westchester Community College Fitness Center provides access to cardiovascular equipment, universal, nautilus, and light free weights, pool, and tennis courts. College athletics also include intramural sports.

Locations

Valhalla (main campus); extension sites in New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Yonkers, Shrub Oak, Mahopac, Ossining, Port Chester and Peekskill (Art Workshop) and White Plains (Art Workshop).

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