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Requisition ID:  117063

Sr. Data Analyst

We are seeking a Sr. Data Analyst for the Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR) who will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data on the Bloomberg Distinguished Professorships (BDP) program, research awards programs, and key metrics of the JHU research enterprise – including federal funding data and other university-wide research initiatives. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Research Initiatives, this role is responsible for identifying, gathering, and analyzing data on OVPR and BDP programs and bringing new insights to our various research metrics portfolio.


Given the very public nature of these programs and their importance to University leadership, this position requires a motivated professional with experience in data gathering and analysis, as well as an understanding of the academic research environment. The ideal candidate is a quick learner, curious, innovative, and results-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Serve as a core member of the OVPR team, providing data management, collection, and analysis to inform strategic planning and evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives through data-driven research.
  • Must be able to gather large data sets by hand, understand data schemas and layouts, organize materials, and complete assignments according to established standards regarding clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
  • Cultivate and sustain interpersonal relationships to ensure timely exchange of data metrics and updates.


BDP Program (50%)

  • The BDP program is the largest interdisciplinary professorship program worldwide, powered by our ambitious effort to recruit one hundred and thirty top researchers to Johns Hopkins University - including a current expansion of the cohort through cluster recruitment, as well as a future expansion in collaboration with the new data science and artificial intelligence institute. The BDPs serve as bridges between distinct groups of researchers; they're translators, conveners, and thought leaders that bring together diverse teams to solve problems, inspiring their colleagues to do the same.
  • Maintain BDP Tableau dashboard with quarterly updates to Bloomberg Philanthropies, ensuring data quality and timely updates throughout the year.
  • Coordinate with BDP Central Administrative Team (BCAT) cluster liaisons to track metrics on cluster hiring and success, as well as equipment and core acquisitions and usage.
  • Lead biennial BDP climate survey process and analysis to assess program satisfaction and identify improvement areas.
  • Generate metrics reports and analytics for senior leadership to guide recruitment and programming decisions.
  • Develop new metrics to evaluate the BDP program’s influence on interdisciplinary research, impact, teaching, and community engagement.


Research Initiatives (50%)

  • OVPR leads several initiatives to support and amplify faculty research across the university. Our institutional awards programs – including Catalyst, Discovery, and President’s Frontier Awards – represent the largest institutional commitment to faculty research in the country. OVPR’s Research Development Team (RDT) specializes in helping faculty secure large-scale multidisciplinary and collaborative grants, having facilitated nearly one billion dollars in successful funding. Beyond funding, OVPR cultivates a thriving research community across the entire university that showcases faculty excellence and extends the impact of their discoveries. This position will work collaboratively with members of the OVPR team and other university partners (e.g., Office of Institutional Research) on a variety of initiatives, such as:
  • Analyze complex research metrics and funding patterns across the university using multiple data sources.
  • Create detailed reports and visualizations for university and divisional leadership on research productivity, graduate research program performance, infrastructure utilization, and other areas of strategic importance.
  • Provide data-driven recommendations to track and enhance research capacity, collaboration opportunities, and strategic investment areas.
  • Support divisional/university strategic planning through ad hoc data analyses and reporting (oral and written reports).
  • Lead annual university-wide report metrics compilation – including research programs, institutional awards, faculty achievements, and divisional activity.
  • Perform data collection and analysis of triennial institutional awards return on investment survey and complete report.
  • Maintain departmental metrics database and documentation about tasks and datasets.
  • Support communications team with media analytics.


Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Data management skills using Microsoft Excel or Access—demonstrated familiarity with pivot tables, charting, and formula usage.
  • Intermediate knowledge of statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R) and/or advanced data visualization tools.
  • Working knowledge of Tableau Desktop.
  • Knowledge of Academic Analytics, Canva, Meltwater, and/or Airtable is a plus.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects, deadlines, and responsibilities requiring a strong work ethic that stresses the delivery of sound, accurate data.
  • Understanding of the academic research environment including faculty incentives, measures of research impact, the funding ecosystem, and prestigious recognition/awards.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to convey information to OVPR team, faculty, staff, and University officials.
  • Ability to self-motivate and work effectively both independently and cooperatively, with proven success working as a member of a team.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Five years experience.
  • Additional education may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s or PhD Degree in related discipline preferred.
  • Strong familiarity with the research enterprise and associated data/metrics.
  • Fluent in modern data analytics and data visualization.

 

 

Classified Title: Sr. Data Analyst 
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PD  
Starting Salary Range: $62,900 - $110,100 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: 5/37.5 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: Remote 
Department name: Vice Provost Research Office of  
Personnel area: University Administration 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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