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Weekly Work Hours
40
Compensation Range
Staff Range N05 Salary
Salary Minimum
$53,000.00 Annually
FLSA
United States of America (Exempt)
Position Type
Staff
Research Institute
The Research Institute at Dallas College is a new unit which focuses on action research to evaluate access to education, its impact on social and economic mobility and understanding the factors affecting it. The Institute aspires to produce impactful research results at the local, state, and regional levels, pursuing an innovative and robust research agenda to strategically find ways to support student success and publish findings externally which drive further innovation.
Position Summary
The Economic Analyst will contribute to original research projects at the Research Institute by creating data analyses for higher education research topics such as financial barriers to access, and success of Dallas College students, the return on investment after graduation, and economic impact on Dallas County economy and workforce needs. The incumbent will conduct background research and support the construction or selection of quantitative protocols including econometrics for current and future projects. The Economic Analyst will conduct analysis and translate findings for inclusion in publications through multiple channels and for supporting internal and external stakeholder decisions and actions.
Key Responsibilities
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Collaborates with team members to design and carry out original research in graduates return on investment, employer needs assessment, Dallas area workforce needs; and econometrics related to the impact of Dallas College locally, regionally, and nationally.
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Conducts background research – literature reviews, exploratory data analysis, subject expert interviews, e.g. – to inform the design of original research using quantitative methodologies.
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Supports the process of writing quantitative research protocols.
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Applies research findings to support decision-making processes and change initiatives across the College and affiliated partner organizations.
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Analyzes quantitative data generated by background research and outputs of original research.
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Participates in the authorship of reports of research findings to be disseminated to internal and external stakeholders for the purpose of driving action and informing policy.
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Completes required Dallas College professional development training per academic year.
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Performs other job duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Expertise with quantitative methods for economic analysis.
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Experience with statistical analysis software.
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Experience in technical writing for publication.
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Knowledge of best practices in data presentation and visualization.
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Experience supporting the production of research reports for a variety of purposes and stakeholder audiences.
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Experience with constructing, managing, interacting with, and analyzing large data sets.
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Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders through multiple channels.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in economics, social science, or education with coursework in statistics, research design and quantitative methodology or related discipline, Master’s degree preferred. Official transcripts required.
- Three (3) years of experience working with quantitative methods, statistical analyses, econometrics, and research in higher education.
- Expertise in quantitative research methods and data analysis.
- Bilingual or multilingual preferred.
***Will be subject to a criminal background. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint test. ***
Work Environment
Staffing of the Research Institute will be in the form of a hybrid team, where designed on-site workdays will be determined by the Executive Director based on the needs of the team member, the unit and Dallas College.
Physical Requirements
Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.
About Us
Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.
Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
Applications DeadlineDecember 11, 2024
What We Do
Dallas College has come together to offer you the education you need as one unified college with seven campuses: Brookhaven, Cedar Valley, Eastfield, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake and Richland.
The campuses of Dallas College equip students for successful living and responsible citizenship in a rapidly changing local, national and world community by providing:
— the first two years of a bachelor's degree
— more than 100 high-demand career programs
— enrichment and certification classes for a lifetime of learning
— professors who are dedicated to your success, not a research grant
— unparalleled quality at a tuition you can afford
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