Policy Analyst Jobs in Texas

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Salary Range: Up to $60,920/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 10/1/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required.
• Cover letter is preferred.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Job Summary

The Research Data Analyst, Child Welfare is responsible for performing data analysis using statistical techniques, researching and analyzing information from various foster care and educational databases, and creating reports on data and results. This role gathers and analyzes data from various databases and sources, performs statistical and/or mathematical programming, develops reports and visual representations, develops and/or maintains databases, and provides consultation and technical assistance.

Core Responsibilities

• Manages, reformats, enters, edits, merges, and maintains data in preparation for analysis.
• Analyzes data using statistical or mathematical software to generate descriptive statistics and develop statistical models and graphics.
• Reviews statistical output for consistency and quality.
• Assists in the development and implementation of evaluation plans.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets data to evaluate program activities and components.
• Conducts thorough evaluations of research training programs.
• Communicates statistical results to supervising faculty or staff.
• Utilizes system reports and analyses to identify potentially problematic data, make corrections, and determine root cause for data problems from input errors or inadequate field edits, and suggest possible solutions.
• Dissemination of research findings through written reports and/or presentations at meetings and conferences.
• Supervises and mentors graduate students when preparing reports, manuscripts, and briefs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience collecting, managing, and analyzing data in SPSS, SAS, or R.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in complex, longitudinal datasets.  
• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Demography, Statistics, or other related field.
• Advanced data analytic skills (e.g., structural equation modeling, growth curve modeling, and longitudinal data analyses).
• Experience translating research findings to various audiences through publications, presentations, reports, and social media.
• Experience with datasets related to foster care and/or education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Verbal and Written Communication
• Deadline Driven
• Attention to Detail
• Interpret Data
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving

Working Conditions

• Office environment. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events. Workdays, areas, and work hours may vary based on the department's needs.

Physical Demands

• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.