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Office of Institutional Research at FSU
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for developing analyses and reports to assist with the measurement of student success metrics and evaluation of student success initiatives.
Responsibilities include:
- Responsible for executing analyses related to accreditation, admissions, enrollment, retention, student finances, graduation, and/or post-graduation outcomes of graduate students at FSU.
- Supports the Graduate School, colleges, departments, and other university units in applying student success analytics to local decision-making and program improvement efforts.
- Supports the development and stewardship of datasets used for graduate student success analytics.
- Develops and maintains data visualizations and dashboards that support graduate student success decision-making.
- Provides decision-support services to university stakeholders by integrating knowledge gained through analytical, dataset development, and data communication activities.
- Conducts trainings and workshops to promote data literacy across campus that directly or indirectly support graduate student success analytics.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: or a post higher education and experience equal to six years.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree preferred
- Preference for advanced degree in statistics, economics, or research sciences with high statistical engagement
- Proficiency in data analysis, visualization, and software tools such as Power BI.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with stakeholders.
- Familiarity with SQL is preferred but not required; willingness to learn is essential
- Proven executive communication skills with the ability to discuss complex data and insights confidently with senior leaders
Other Information
Our Mission:
Our mission is to deliver strategically relevant data and analyses that support student success, faculty excellence, and operational efficiency. We drive decision-making through compliance reporting, analytics, and data governance, supported by training and consultation services that cultivate a culture of informed leadership and continuous improvement.
Our Vision:
Our vision is to be at the forefront of decision intelligence by leading a collaborative, data-engaged culture and having a meaningful impact within the university, our state, and the field of institutional research.
What We Do:
- Strengthen Data-Informed Student Success
- Advance Institutional Excellence and Accountability
- Optimize Transparency and Accessibility of Analytics
- Foster Collaboration and a Data-Engaged environment
Helpful
Who We're Looking For: The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented problem-solver with strong analytical skills who thrives in dynamic environments. You are comfortable managing multiple projects, presenting complex data insights, and collaborating across various teams. You are eager to learn, adapt, and make a measurable impact on the university's success.
What to Expect: In the first 60-90 days, you will get up to speed with FSU's student success efforts, familiarize yourself with key systems and stakeholders, and begin contributing to high-priority projects. Training and mentoring will support your integration into the team, with opportunities to engage in hands-on analytics work.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.
Anticipated Salary Range
Anticipated salary range to begin in the $50,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our FSU Total Rewards website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our FSU Total Compensation Calculator to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This posting is open until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Department
Office of Institutional Research at FSU
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for developing analyses and reports to assist with the measurement of student success metrics and evaluation of student success initiatives.
Responsibilities include:
- Responsible for executing analyses related to accreditation, admissions, enrollment, retention, student finances, graduation, and/or post-graduation outcomes of graduate students at FSU.
- Supports the Graduate School, colleges, departments, and other university units in applying student success analytics to local decision-making and program improvement efforts.
- Supports the development and stewardship of datasets used for graduate student success analytics.
- Develops and maintains data visualizations and dashboards that support graduate student success decision-making.
- Provides decision-support services to university stakeholders by integrating knowledge gained through analytical, dataset development, and data communication activities.
- Conducts trainings and workshops to promote data literacy across campus that directly or indirectly support graduate student success analytics.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: or a post higher education and experience equal to six years.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree preferred
- Preference for advanced degree in statistics, economics, or research sciences with high statistical engagement
- Proficiency in data analysis, visualization, and software tools such as Power BI.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with stakeholders.
- Familiarity with SQL is preferred but not required; willingness to learn is essential
- Proven executive communication skills with the ability to discuss complex data and insights confidently with senior leaders
Other Information
Our Mission:
Our mission is to deliver strategically relevant data and analyses that support student success, faculty excellence, and operational efficiency. We drive decision-making through compliance reporting, analytics, and data governance, supported by training and consultation services that cultivate a culture of informed leadership and continuous improvement.
Our Vision:
Our vision is to be at the forefront of decision intelligence by leading a collaborative, data-engaged culture and having a meaningful impact within the university, our state, and the field of institutional research.
What We Do:
- Strengthen Data-Informed Student Success
- Advance Institutional Excellence and Accountability
- Optimize Transparency and Accessibility of Analytics
- Foster Collaboration and a Data-Engaged environment
Helpful
Who We're Looking For: The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented problem-solver with strong analytical skills who thrives in dynamic environments. You are comfortable managing multiple projects, presenting complex data insights, and collaborating across various teams. You are eager to learn, adapt, and make a measurable impact on the university's success.
What to Expect: In the first 60-90 days, you will get up to speed with FSU's student success efforts, familiarize yourself with key systems and stakeholders, and begin contributing to high-priority projects. Training and mentoring will support your integration into the team, with opportunities to engage in hands-on analytics work.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.
Anticipated Salary Range
Anticipated salary range to begin in the $50,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our FSU Total Rewards website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our FSU Total Compensation Calculator to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This posting is open until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Graduate Analyst
Align your degree field to analyst requirements
H-1B sponsorship for Graduate Analyst roles requires a specialty occupation, meaning your degree must directly relate to the analytical work. A finance or economics degree supports a financial analyst role; a general business degree often doesn't clear USCIS review without additional evidence.
Check LCA filings before applying to firms
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm a firm has filed Labor Condition Applications for analyst-level roles before you spend time on applications. Firms that run structured graduate programs typically file LCAs each spring ahead of their cohort start dates.
Target cohort programs with fixed start dates
Firms with structured Graduate Analyst cohorts build their H-1B petition timelines around a fixed onboarding date, which makes sponsorship logistics cleaner for both sides. Ask during recruiting whether the program has a designated start month and whether it has sponsored international analysts before.
Clarify cap-subject status before accepting an offer
Most Graduate Analyst roles at private firms are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery. If you're finishing OPT, confirm your STEM OPT eligibility and whether the employer is E-Verify enrolled, since that combination extends your authorized work period while awaiting a lottery slot.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Graduate Analyst roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with verified LCA sponsorship history by role and location. This cuts the guesswork of cold-applying to firms that list analyst openings but have never filed for international hires.
Prepare your credential documents before offer conversations
Have your official transcripts, degree equivalency assessment if you studied outside the U.S., and a detailed job description from your employer ready before the LCA is filed. Delays in producing these documents can push your petition past DOL and USCIS filing windows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which visa types commonly sponsor Graduate Analyst positions?
H-1B is the most common visa for Graduate Analyst roles at private firms because the position typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a directly related bachelor's degree. F-1 students can also work as Graduate Analysts on OPT or STEM OPT before their employer files an H-1B petition. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the analyst role maps to an eligible USMCA profession such as economist or accountant.
Does a Graduate Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. USCIS looks for a direct connection between the job duties and a specific degree field. A Graduate Analyst role in quantitative research or financial modeling with a degree requirement in mathematics, statistics, or economics typically qualifies. A general analyst role that accepts any bachelor's degree is more likely to receive a Request for Evidence, so the employer's offer letter and job description need to specify the required field precisely.
How do Graduate Analyst cohort hiring timelines interact with the H-1B cap?
Most Graduate Analyst cohort programs target a July or September start date. H-1B petitions for cap-subject candidates must be filed in April at the earliest, with employment beginning October 1 at the start of the federal fiscal year. If your cohort starts before October 1, you'll need valid OPT or another work authorization to cover the gap. USCIS does not allow cap-subject H-1B employment to begin before October 1 regardless of when the petition is filed.
What degree background do Graduate Analyst roles typically require for sponsorship?
Financial services and consulting firms most commonly sponsor Graduate Analyst hires with degrees in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, or engineering. The O*NET occupation profile for business and financial analysts confirms these as the primary qualifying fields. A liberal arts degree paired with strong analytical coursework may still qualify if the employer structures the job description to require that specific academic background, but it creates more scrutiny in the H-1B adjudication.
Where can I find Graduate Analyst jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Graduate Analyst roles from employers with verified sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on firms that have actually filed for international hires rather than those that only mention sponsorship in a job listing. Browse by city or role type to match opportunities to your visa status and start-date timeline.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Graduate Analyst jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.