About the job
The Director of Institutional Research and Analytics will spearhead the Office of Institutional Research and Analytics (OIRA), a vital component of the Office of the Provost that empowers Harvard’s leadership through comprehensive institutional data analysis and reporting. OIRA acts as a reliable resource committed to implementing best practices in data integration and translation, thereby supporting a diverse array of university functions.
In this influential role, the director will oversee the creation and execution of a strategic portfolio of analytics projects in collaboration with the Associate Provost for Institutional Research and Analytics and the Associate Director for Analytics. The Director will also provide strategic oversight and management of the office's institutional reporting initiatives. Within OIRA, the Director will lead both the Institutional Research and Strategic Analytics teams.
Additionally, the Director will engage with stakeholders across the University on institutional research, survey, and analytics consulting projects, leveraging existing data assets and promoting the integration of various data sets while employing robust statistical methodologies.
The ideal candidate will possess expertise in research design, statistical analysis, and data visualization, with a proven capacity to convey complex findings to diverse audiences. This position reports directly to the Associate Provost for Institutional Research and Analytics and plays a prominent role within Harvard's analytics community.
Key Responsibilities:
The Director of Institutional Research and Analytics will hold a crucial position within OIRA by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency in institutional reporting and managing the office's expanding suite of analytics and consulting projects. Below are the primary focus areas for this role, with the understanding that responsibilities may evolve as OIRA’s portfolio grows.
Analytics Strategy Development and Implementation
- Collaborate with the Associate Provost and Associate Director for Analytics to formulate an analytics portfolio strategy and establish a technical framework for effective communication.
- Lead the execution of the analytics strategy.
- Curate and manage the portfolio of analytics projects, ensuring adherence to scope and timelines.
- Provide leadership on emerging trends and technologies in institutional analytics.
Analytics Consulting Leadership
- Lead discovery and scoping efforts for new analytics consulting projects.
- Advise stakeholders on optimal designs for analytics consulting initiatives.
- Align with stakeholders regarding timelines for project milestones and completion.

