Administrative Specialist

Job Summary Institutional Data, Analytics + Assessment (IDA+A, pronounced eye-data) in the Office of the Provost is seeking one graduate student (at .5 FTE or 20 hours per week) to support projects related to survey research, methodology, and standards of practice. This position will involve contributing to the development of survey sampling strategies, curating and creating content for our website that highlights best practices in survey methodology, and supporting the creation of new resources related to standards of practice for a variety of different surveys, projects, and practices, plus metadata documentation. The position reports to Owura Kuffuor, Ph.D. – Assessment Coordinator, Survey Methods and Measurement – and will include collaboration with other teams in IDA+A, plus, potentially, partnering with other units from across the university. The selected candidate must be able to work remotely or in a hybrid format, depending on scheduling needs. This position is expected to continue through the 2026–2027 fiscal year, with the possibility of renewal for an additional academic year based on performance. Preference will be given to applicants who anticipate graduating no earlier than May 2027. Start Date Between July 1 and the Monday before the first day of classes of each fall term. End Date TBD Compensation The base salary for this position is $28,560. This is half-time (0.5 FTE) appointment (20 hours per week). This opportunity includes medical, vision, and dental coverage, plus tuition and/or fee remission. The actual salary received may be pro-rated based upon the start date. Compensation is funded through Purdue University (i.e. it is not contingent upon current or future soft funding [e.g., grants]). This position is not guaranteed and may be ended at any time based on performance or university business needs. For more information on the terms and conditions of employment for graduate student staff please click here. Application Materials All must be submitted, otherwise the application will be considered incomplete. A one-page letter of interest (single-spaced) linking your knowledge, skills, or abilities to the responsibilities listed below. An up-to-date resume or CV. A list of three professional references (professors, supervisors, or other relevant contacts) including their name, current job title and place of employment, plus phone number and email. Key Responsibilities Create and deliver survey samples for campus stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring that each request aligns with institutional policies and methodological best practices. Conduct background research and contribute to writing web content on best practices in survey methodology. Assist in the design and development of resources that document standards of practice (SoPs) and metadata for internal and public use. Maintain clear and organized records of sampling requests and decisions taken in the process of fulfilling requests. Attend project and team meetings via Teams, Zoom, or in-person (on either the West Lafayette or Indianapolis campuses). Skills Required skills The handling of confidential information with discretion. IDA+A has zero tolerance for disclosure of information. Unauthorized disclosure of information will result in immediate termination. Being able to repeat mundane tasks with consistent zeal. Extensive use of Microsoft Office Suite. Utilizing analytical software of R and SQL and Excel. Staying organized and being able to prioritize among multiple tasks or duties. Excellent communication skills (written, oral, interpersonal, deliberation, dialogue, etc.). Thorough preparation for and meaningful engagement with project teams, team meetings, and other small- to medium-group work. Great attention to detail. The ability to work independently as well as with diverse groups or individuals. Preferred skills and knowledge Knowledge of and experience with quantitative methods, and basic analyses (chi square, t-tests, percentages, mean and mode calculations, with possibility of doing more advanced analytics). Excellent customer service. Knowledge of and previous experience with survey methods and sampling techniques. What You’ll Gain Deeper insight into the strategic use of survey data in institutional planning and decision-making Practical experience with the development of institutional research tools and resources. Strengthening skills in conducting, cleaning, organizing, analyzing and reporting out on trends and insights from data gathered via surveys. A broader network of colleagues from across Purdue University. The opportunity to co-author reports for senior-level decision-makers across the Provost Office and our colleges. #J-18808-Ljbffr