Education Research, Strategy and Operations Consulting Associate/Sr Analyst

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
95K-138K Annually
Consulting
The Role

Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We collaborate with education organizations to develop strategies and implement solutions that enable the transformative change our clients need to own their future. Together, we empower clients to drive innovation, create sustainable funding streams and deliver better student outcomes.
Today, leaders of higher education institutions and academic medical centers are spending too much time reacting to market forces, rather than focusing on the essential priorities that help students, faculty and staff thrive. The most productive path forward requires an intentional approach and innovative thinking, whereby stakeholders across the entire institution rally around a shared vision and embrace the hard work of effecting change.
You’ll help our clients to achieve organizational effectiveness, improve student outcomes, implement new technologies and align resources and investments to ensure long-term sustainability.
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.

Begin your career with forward motion... Huron prides itself on being a firm big enough to boast a global footprint…yet not too big to preserve our entrepreneurial spirit. This allows everyone to make an impact and gives you access to a multitude of career paths. We’re dedicated to helping you reach your true potential…so prepare for an exciting career!
How far can you go? Join Huron and find out. Let’s get to work – together.

Required:

  • Current U.S. work authorization required

  • A minimum of 2 plus years of experience in consulting, Higher Education, or relevant work experience

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

  • Advanced experience with analytical tools such as Excel

  • Strong background in quantitative reasoning & analytics

  • Financial modeling experience

  • Prior Consulting experience is highly desired

  • Ability to travel on a 50% basis annually, work extended hours as necessary

The estimated base salary range for this job is $95,000 - $120,000. (Pease note that this range is reflective of both Sr Analysts and Associate levels, and that pay discussions will be commensurate with experience). The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $104,500 - $138,000. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.

Position LevelAssociate

CountryUnited States of America

Huron Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Huron and has not been reviewed or approved by Huron.

  • Retirement Support Retirement programs include a company 401(k) match positioned as a core element of total rewards, signaling strong long‑term savings support. Company materials and filings describe a competitive match structure with broad availability.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An employee stock purchase plan provides company‑matched RSUs on purchased shares and is broadly accessible across the workforce, indicating meaningful equity participation. Company filings outline the plan’s match design and wide eligibility.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Policies emphasize flexible/unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave with caregiving resources, reflecting expansive time‑off options. Careers and benefits pages present flexibility and time away as core components of the package.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
3,753 Employees
Year Founded: 2002

What We Do

Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future. By embracing diverse perspectives, encouraging new ideas and challenging the status quo, we create sustainable results for the organizations we serve.

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