Data Analyst
Job Description
The University of Redlands is seeking a detail-oriented Data Analyst to support research, evaluation, and data management work tied to projects focused on mental health and school-based services. In this part-time role, you will help organize and clean research datasets, perform basic quantitative analyses under guidance, and support research reporting and project deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
- Organize, maintain, clean, and prepare research datasets for analysis.
- Review datasets for inconsistencies, missing data, errors, and other data-quality concerns, and assist with resolving discrepancies.
- Conduct basic quantitative data analyses under the guidance of the research team.
- Assist with preparing tables, figures, descriptive summaries, and other materials for research reports and project deliverables.
- Contribute to data-related activities across ongoing research, assessment, and evaluation projects.
- Follow established procedures for data security, confidentiality, documentation, and responsible research data management.
Requirements
- Foundational understanding of quantitative data and research methods.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
- Organizational skills to manage research data systematically.
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while communicating questions, challenges, and progress to the research team.
- Willingness to learn new software, data management procedures, and analytic techniques.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow established data management protocols.
Tools and Technologies
- SPSS
- Mplus
- R
Position Details
- Type: Part-time
- Schedule: 10 Hours
- Term: Temporary (2 months)
- Availability: Immediately
- End date: Through December 31, 2026, or until grant funding is exhausted, whichever occurs first
Salary: $16.90-$16.90 per hour. Hiring range: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with the candidate’s education, experience, skills, and training.
Training and Supervision
- Training on project-specific software, procedures, and analytic approaches will be provided.
- Training and supervision will be provided for project-specific responsibilities.
Working Conditions
- Standard office and field setting, including work in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation or in meetings.
- Duties also performed in various outdoor settings, including high elevation mountains, deserts, and other potentially hazardous environments.
- Requires working evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
Physical Demands
- Incumbents regularly sit for long periods; walk short distances on a regular basis.
- Travel to various locations for meetings and work activities.
- Use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reach with hands and arms.
- Stooping or kneeling or crouching to file.
- Speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and provide information.
- See to read fine print and operate a computer.
- Hear and understand voices over telephone and in person.
- Lift, carry, and/or move (as required by the role).
Additional Information
- Introductory period: Six (6) Months.
- Posting date: October 30th, 2026.
- Application deadline: Open Until Filled, Apply Immediately.
- For more information: Human Resources (redlands.edu): https://www.redlands.edu/offices-directory/offices/human-resources
How to Apply
A resume/CV and cover letter are required. If you are unable to complete an application due to a disability, contact (909) 748-8040 to ask for accommodation or an alternative application process.
Screening and Compliance
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
- Offers are conditional and may be rescinded if disqualifying information is found or if information was withheld or falsified.
- Current employees may be affected if the check is not satisfactorily completed.
- Certain positions require a valid driver’s license and enrollment in the DMV Government Employer Pull Notice Program to verify license status and driving record.
- Select positions may require a pre-employment physical exam, including the ability to lift 50+ lbs; Public Safety Officers must also pass a psychological evaluation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with research datasets or supporting research projects.
- Familiarity with statistical software such as SPSS, Mplus, R, or similar programs.
- Coursework or experience in psychology, counseling, education, public health, social sciences, statistics, or a related field.
- Interest in mental health research, program evaluation, or school-based services.
- Advanced statistical analysis experience is not required.