Director of Institutional Research - Stanford University

Director Of Institutional Research

Stanford University is seeking a Director of Institutional Research in Palo Alto, CAan intellectually rich opportunity to lead with impact at one of the world's most prestigious institutions. This high-profile role offers analytical leadership across institutional prioritiesfrom admissions modeling and financial aid optimization to AI / ML-driven research that informs decisions by executive leadership and the Board of Trustees. You'll guide a highly respected team within a collaborative, trusted environment known for excellence and innovation. Relocation support is availableinviting experienced institutional research leaders nationwide to bring their expertise to Stanford's world-class campus.

About the Role

The Director of Institutional Research leads the institutional research function for Stanford University, exercising analytical leadership over :

• Research studies on the university's performance of its mission. Examples include studies into student success and degree pathways, predictive analytics, and comparative studies leveraging peer data.
• Creation of dashboards and decision support tools.
• Reporting of core institutional metrics, such as population headcounts and degree completions. The Director of IR oversees reporting to governmental agencies and external bodies on Stanford's behalf.
• In collaboration with the Data Governance Program Director, establishes data definitions and terms of appropriate use for data related to students and the educational mission.

The audiences for the work of the institutional research team include the Board of Trustees and executive university leadership. Increasingly, however, the Director of IR leads efforts to provide information and insight to all university constituencies, including faculty, students, and staff.

Collaborating with other directors in IR&DS, the Director of IR determines which findings to share publicly through the IR&DS website. The Director of IR ensures that university stakeholders receive timely, rigorous, and accurate reporting and analysis. The Director of IR achieves the mission and goals of the group through the management of six institutional research analysts.

The Director of IR reports to the Associate Vice Provost and Director of IR&DS.

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Why Stanford is for You

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $198,098 - $240,000. Relocation assistance available.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching and clinical missions.

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