Research and Development Director jobs in Erie, PA

501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000
800-825-1926

mercyhurst.edu

Director of Institutional Research

Location: Erie
Department: Information Technology
Reports To: Vice President of Technology
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Closes: Open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides leadership and performs all necessary functions related to the interpretation and use of
institutional data. Facilitates access to information maintained in the university's
administrative/student information system to support university operations and monitor key
institutional indicators, ensuring the integrity of data/information released in reports or studies, and
providing data analysis, reporting, or research as needed to support institutional objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare and submit mandated University, State and Federal reports related to

• Provide weekly enrollment reports Including trend analysis for various colleges

• Must know all the "ins-and-outs" of the institution to produce accurate, reliable,

• Work to enhance effective data/Information flow while partnering with other

• Monitors the overall integrity of data, complying with state and federal requirements and

• Ability and willingness to function as a team member and work cooperatively with diverse

• Train Colleague end-users with reporting, data gathering, and general functions related to

unique and changing requirements on the institution.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in computer science, data processing1 research methods, or related field
preferred. Three to five years of related research and/or analysis experience, or combination of
education and experience commensurate with the requirements of this position

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

work independently, attend to multiple projects simultaneously and meet multiple internal
and external deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIIONS

Work environment includes typical computer related noise levels and paper and equipment
generated dust. Exposure to video display terminals occurs on a regular basis. Learned physical skill
is required for keyboarding and use of peripheral equipment. Moderate lifting occasionally occurs.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until
date indicated above. Send cover letter, resume and 3 work-related references to:

Human Resources
Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street

Erie, PA 16546
hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu

Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to the goal of achieving equal
opportunity for all. For that reason, Mercyhurst abides by federal, state, and local law in
admissions, employment and all services and programs provided.

Mercyhurst does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex,
citizenship status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, familial status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status or any
other legally protected characteristic or because of any individual’s legally protected activities.

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nondiscrimination. This policy applies to faculty, administration and staff, applicants for
employment, students and applicants for educational programs and activities.



Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States.