Research Analyst


Job Identification: 20293
Posting Date: 05/06/2026, 09:47 PM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 700 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US
Degree Level: Bachelor

Job Description:
A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation's 'Great Colleges to Work For'. Great Colleges to Work For is one of the country's largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

The Research Analyst must be a critical thinker with strong communication skills and the ability to be an effective team player while also working effectively with little supervision. Primarily responsibilities include strategic data management and providing decision support to University decision makers.

A Bachelors degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, data analytics or related field or Bachelor degree and 1-3 years of professional experience in higher education, programming, or data warehouse management are required. A Masters Degree and 4 years of relevant work experience are preferred.

Additional preferred skills include:

• SQL, Python, SAS or other computer programming language Power BI, Tableau or other data visualization product Data modeling using star/snowflake schemas
  

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

Engineering & Warehousing

• Design, build, and optimize data pipelines by utilizing ETL/ELT processes. Model data using star/snowflake schemas within Azure-based data architectures. Use SQL for complex querying, tuning, and transformation.
  

Databricks & Big Data Tools

• Use Azure Databricks for data management of institutional research data sources. Develop scalable data pipelines using PySpark or Spark SQL and manage Delta Lake tables and medallion architectures. Experience with notebook-based development, version control, and job orchestration
  

Business Intelligence & Reporting

• Perform advanced Power BI development (data modeling, DAX, Power Query/M) with the ability to design interactive, user-friendly dashboards and paginated reports. Understand and implement Power BI governance, workspace management, and deployment pipelines.
  

Statistical Analysis and Coding

• Write, optimize, and troubleshoot SAS (or other appropriate software) programs. Migrate or integrate SAS processes with modern environments when needed. Perform statistical modeling, forecasting, or predictive analytics.
  

Other

• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
  
• Ability to comply with university policies
  
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
  

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!


About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.


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About Baylor University

Baylor University is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution, consistently listed with highest honors among The Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For.” The University is recruiting new faculty with a deep commitment to excellence in teaching, research and scholarship. Baylor seeks faculty who share in our aspiration to become a tier one research institution while strengthening our distinctive Christian mission as described in our strategic vision, Pro Futuris, and academic strategic plan, Illuminate.

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