Economic Analyst, Future of Work

Research Institute

The Research Institute at Dallas College is a new unit which focuses on action research to evaluate access to education, its impact on social and economic mobility and understanding the factors affecting it. The Institute aspires to produce impactful research results at the local, state, and regional levels, pursuing an innovative and robust research agenda to strategically find ways to support student success and publish findings externally which drive further innovation.

Position Summary

The Economic Analyst will contribute to original research projects at the Research Institute by creating data analyses for higher education research topics such as financial barriers to access, and success of Dallas College students, the return on investment after graduation, and economic impact on Dallas County economy and workforce needs. The incumbent will conduct background research and support the construction or selection of quantitative protocols including econometrics for current and future projects. The Economic Analyst will conduct analysis and translate findings for inclusion in publications through multiple channels and for supporting internal and external stakeholder decisions and actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Expertise in quantitative research methods and data analysis.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

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Work Environment

Staffing of the Research Institute will be in the form of a hybrid team, where designed on-site workdays will be determined by the Executive Director based on the needs of the team member, the unit and Dallas College.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.