Senior Manager Data Analytics CLRWD - Center for Leadership Research and Workforce Development

TITLESenior Manager of Data Analytics, CLRWDJOB SUMMARY The Senior Manager of Data Analytics will provide technical leadership and data management expertise for the JNIWL Center for Leadership Research and Workforce Development, serving as the primary architect for the HerDataTX platform and supporting evidence-based research on women’s leadership. While housed within the Center for Leadership Research and Workforce Development, this position serves as the primary data and research analytics resource for all three centers of the Jane Nelson Institute, supporting a unified research agenda focused on women’s leadership. This position combines advanced technical expertise in data analytics with research support, managing comprehensive data collection, analysis, and platform development that enables the Center’s research initiatives and workforce development programming. This position will initially focus on knowledge transfer and platform onboarding with the goal of assuming full technical ownership of the HerDataTX platform. Following that transition, the role will partner with the Center Director to develop a strategic roadmap for platform expansion and future research tool development. This position provides critical technical infrastructure and data expertise that supports the Center’s mission to establish TWU as the national leader in women’s leadership research.Work is performed under general supervision and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPSReports to: Director, CLRWDSupervises: Graduate Research Assistants, Temporary Research PersonnelESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:Database and Platform Management Administer and develop the HerDataTX resource database including database architecture, relational structure, automations, and integrations with the public-facing web interface. This architecture includes a comprehensive searchable repository of women’s leadership resources spanning academic research, industry reports, news coverage, and educational materials.Oversee the Representation Tracker system for real-time monitoring of women’s participation in municipal and county government positions.Manage the Research Portal, ensuring monthly research highlights, scholar spotlights, and trend analysis are current and accessible.Develop and maintain public-facing dashboards with representation metrics and leadership data.Evaluate and implement platform enhancements as the Center’s data needs scale, including potential migrations, API integrations, or expanded functionality.Data Analysis and Research Support Support primary research initiatives including rural women’s entrepreneurship studies, educational leadership analysis, and local elected office participation research through data collection analysis.Manage comprehensive data collection and analysis initiatives across all Center research areas.Conduct statistical analysis and data modeling to identify trends in women’s leadership.Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all platforms and databases.Research Partnerships and Collaboration Establish and maintain data-sharing agreements with academic institutions, government agencies, and industry organizations engaged in women’s leadership research.Serve as the primary technical liaison to external research partners, facilitating data exchange, platform access, and collaborative research design.Support the Center’s entrepreneurship and public policy centers in identifying shared data needs and opportunities for cross-center research collaboration.Represent the Center’s data capabilities in partnership conversations, including contributing to grant proposals and sponsored research agreements that involve data infrastructure.Research Dissemination and Communication Support Support development of annual "State of Women's Leadership" report through data analysis and visualization.Contribute to quarterly research briefs for policymakers and business leaders with data insights.Provide data analysis support for peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.Translate complex data findings into accessible formats for diverse audiences.Technical Support and Collaboration Provide technical guidance on data analytics methodologies and database management across all three centers of the Jane Nelson Institute for Women’s Leadership.Serve as the primary research data resource for the Institute’s Center on Entrepreneurship and Center on Public Policy, supporting data collection, analysis, and visualization needs for cross-center initiatives.Collaborate with Faculty Research Fellows on data needs for research projects spanning women’s leadership, entrepreneurship, and public policy.Support the Center Director in data-driven strategic planning and operational decision-making.Facilitate collaborative research projects, data-sharing agreements, and coordinated research design across Institute centers and external partners.ADDITIONAL DUTIESPerforms other duties as requested.EDUCATION Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Research Methods, Public Policy, Women’s Studies, or related field required. Doctorate degree preferred.EXPERIENCEMinimum six years of experience in data analytics, research management, or related field. Demonstrated experience with large-scale database development and management, statistical software packages, and social science research methods and quantitative analysis. Experience in women’s leadership research and mixed-methods research approaches is a plus. Experience in higher education or academic research settings preferred.REQUIREMENTRegular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position. All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:Skills in advanced relational database design and management systems.Skills in project management.Skills in statistical analysis and data modeling.Skilled with using data visualization tools and dashboard development. Knowledge of web-based platforms and content management systems. Knowledge of web-based front-end interfaces that connect to backend data platforms.Ability to troubleshoot or coordinate on integration issues.Knowledge of data security protocols and compliance requirements. Knowledge of government data sources and public records management. Knowledge of Texas political and business landscape. Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.The employee may be required to travel.WORK ENVIRONMENTAll employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment. SAFETYTWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.Texas Woman’s University, an AA/EEO employer, provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected category, class or characteristic.All offers of employment will be contingent on the candidate’s ability to provide documents which establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Positions at Texas Woman’s University deemed security-sensitive require background checks and verification of all academic credentials.If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at View phone number on job-api.jobget.com or . TWU is the nation’s largest university system focused on women and a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution. TWU is situated approximately 30 miles north of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and is home to approximately 16,433 graduate and undergraduate students across three campuses; Denton, Dallas, and Houston respectively. This diverse academic student community is guided by faculty committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. TWU is ranked among the nation’s top ethnically diverse institutions according to U.S. News & World Report (2022). Additional information about the University is available at Full timePosting Date: 2026-06-01