Senior Analyst, Research
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Job no: 534506
Work type: Administrative & Professional
Senior management: College of Engineering
Department: Dept. of Engineering Education
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Engineering
The Senior Analyst within the Research discipline plays a critical role in supporting and advancing the university’s strategic research initiatives. This position is responsible for identifying emerging research opportunities, analyzing complex data and trends, and providing institutional guidance that helps shape and focus research programs. The Senior Analyst works closely with faculty, research teams, and administrative stakeholders to align research efforts across departments and disciplines, fostering collaboration and maximizing the impact of university-sponsored and externally funded research initiatives. Operating with a high level of independence, the Senior Analyst serves as a subject matter expert in research program evaluation and strategy. They are responsible for synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data, developing research impact assessments, and advising on best practices for proposal development and program implementation. Additionally, the Senior Analyst may lead efforts to design and improve internal processes that support the planning and execution of research goals, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and compliance with sponsor requirements. As a senior-level individual contributor, the Senior Analyst may mentor junior staff, lead working groups, and serve on cross-functional teams focused on research advancement. They are expected to exercise sound judgment in problem-solving and contribute significantly to long-term research planning and policy development. Through their analytical insights and strategic recommendations, the Senior Analyst supports the university’s mission to grow its research enterprise and strengthen its position as a leader in innovation and discovery.
• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in faculty development, curriculum design, and educational research.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, organizational, and supervisory skills.
• History of ability to manage complex projects and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in decision-making.
• Prior experience with analysis of large and/or complex datasets related to STEM education research, and leading publication of research results in prominent journals
• Prior experience working within a higher education setting.
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Commensurate with experience upt to $75,000
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Tiffany Cunningham at tiffanyc@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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