Assoc Director of Strategic Initiatives and Data Analytics

Assoc Director of Strategic Initiatives and Data Analytics

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Recruitment/Posting Title: Assoc Director of Strategic Initiatives and Data Analytics

Overview

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating universitywide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives and Data Analytics within the Analytics Rutgers School of Graduate Studies–Biomedical and Health Sciences. The Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives and Data Analytics supports the Executive Director for Research Training and Development in advancing the School of Graduate Studies – Biomedical and Health Sciences (SGS–BHS) mission through data-driven strategy and evidence-based decision-making. This position holds primary responsibility for the identification, collection, analysis, and synthesis of data that informs senior leadership’s strategic planning, grant development, program effectiveness, and student success. Areas of emphasis include federal training grant support, graduate student engagement and outcomes, alumni outreach, and leveraging learning management system (LMS) analytics. The Associate Director ensures that data systems are robust, comprehensive, and aligned with institutional goals, providing actionable insights that strengthen graduate education and professional development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the collection, organization, and analysis of faculty and student data for federal training grant applications, renewals, and reports.
• Track and report graduate student engagement, participation, and learning outcomes within the Canvas LMS and other instructional technology platforms, with attention to course robustness and instructional quality.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive data collection and reporting framework for monitoring student outcomes, progression, and program effectiveness across SGS–BHS graduate programs.
• Support strategic planning by contributing data analysis and evidence-based recommendations to guide institutional priorities.
• Create and manage a data-informed communication and outreach strategy to strengthen alumni relations and engagement with SGS–BHS.
• Benchmark SGS–BHS graduate programs against peer institutions, identify emerging trends, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrative stakeholders across the University to ensure effective integration of data systems, consistency of reporting, and alignment with best practices.
• Monitor national developments in higher education analytics and learning technologies, applying innovations that enhance program effectiveness and student success.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Represent SGS–BHS in relevant university committees, professional networks, and external partnerships related to data strategy and learning outcomes.

FLSA Exempt

Grade: 33S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary: 112,673.00

Mid Range Salary: 148,839.00

Maximum Salary: 185,005.00

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours: 37.50

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description

Executives and Directors

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in the sciences, education, data analytics, or related field plus a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant research experience in institutional research, assessment, or data management in higher education.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated expertise in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Experience with academic technologies and learning management systems (Canvas preferred), including the use of analytics to assess student learning and engagement.
• Strong ability to communicate complex data findings clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including faculty, administrators, and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across units, balancing strategic priorities with operational needs.
• Proven track record of staying current with higher education trends, policies, and data practices to inform institutional decision-making.
• A collaborative and inspirational leadership style with strong self‑motivation.
• Effective team‑building and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, data science, statistics, or related field. PhD preferred.
• Experience in an institutional research office, academic affairs, or related higher education administrative unit.
• Experience developing data dashboards, predictive analytics, or visualization tools for program effectiveness.
• Familiarity with federal reporting requirements.

Posting Number

25ST2681

Posting Open Date

12/31/2025

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Downtown New Brunswick

State

NJ

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in the sciences, education, data analytics, or related field plus a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant research experience in institutional research, assessment, or data management in higher education?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

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