Learning Analytics Specialist
Master’s degree in Statistics, or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also serve to meet this requirement.
Experience Requirement
1-3 years’ experience in learning analytics projects, including education research that integrates learning analytics interventions.
Required Qualifications
• Knowledge of database and data management and regression analysis in a statistical software package such as SAS, R, SPSS, or Stata.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work productively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability of highly developed organizational skills and practices.
Desired Qualifications
• Extensive experience using statistical software packages (i.e. SAS, R, SPSS, or Stata) to calculate descriptive statistics, conduct hypothesis tests, and use multiple linear regression and logistic regression to model outcomes.
• Ph.D. in Educational Evaluation, Statistics, or related field.
• Knowledge of machine learning techniques and algorithms
• Knowledge of Unizin Data Platform and Canvas.
• Knowledge of learning theory and its application in higher education settings
• Background of coursework in research methodology
• Experience with building both general linear models and generalized linear models.
• Experience with teaching at the post-secondary level.
• Knowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Knowledge of methods used in educational data mining.
• Experience with a programming language such as Python
Application Process
Please attach a resume and cover letter in the relevant submission materials section for this specific position that clearly indicates how you meet the qualifications. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Kim Kuebrich Yordi at kim-yordi@uiowa.edu.
There is an expectation that the person in this position will maintain effective, civil, and respectful working relationships with the University of Iowa campus community and uphold a high standard of cultural competency and respect for difference that represents our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and credential verification.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
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