Advisor – Institutional Research and Analytics

Institutional Performance & Effectiveness

Conduct comprehensive institutional analyses and studies that support continuous improvement across the university.
Develop methodologies, tools, and metrics to measure institutional effectiveness and track progress against strategic goals.
Contribute to the design and enhancement of institutional KPIs and performance dashboards.

Evidence‑Based Decision Support (with AI as a CoreDriver)

Provide senior leadership with accurate, timely, and data‑driven insights, enhanced through AI‑enabled analytics, to support strategic and operational decision‑making.
Leverage advanced digital platforms, artificial intelligence tools, and predictive analytics to strengthen analytical depth, scenario modeling, and forecasting capabilities.
Prepare reports, self‑studies, and documentation required for accreditation review and continuous quality improvement, integrating AI-based analytical validation where applicable.
Conduct deep‑dive analytical studies, including AI‑supported pattern detection and trend analysis, to inform high‑impact decision‑making.

Benchmarking and Comparative Studies

Conduct benchmarking studies at national, regional, and international levels to identify best practices and emerging trends in higher education.
Analyze comparative data to support institutional planning and performance enhancement.
Participate in sector-level environmental scanning and landscape analyses.

Data Management and Governance

Develop and implement standards, and procedures for institutional data governance.
Ensure data quality, accuracy, integrity, and consistency across university units.
Support the development of institutional data dashboards, analytics tools, and data accessibility frameworks.
Contribute to strategic initiatives related to data governance and digital transformation.

Strategic Analysis, Foresight, and Scenario Planning

Conduct foresight studies related to higher education trends, program demand, and labor‑market shifts.
Prepare scenario analyses to inform strategic planning and institutional positioning.
Provide evidence‑based recommendations to support long‑term strategic priorities.

Strategic Projects & Institutional Initiatives

Support major strategic projects and institutional initiatives related to university positioning, growth, innovation, effectiveness, and digital transformation.
Contribute to the development of methodologies and frameworks for managing institution‑wide strategic projects.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Institutional Research, Education, Statistics, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field (PhD preferred).
Minimum of 7 years of experience in institutional research, strategic planning, accreditation, or higher education analytics.
Experience working with data governance frameworks, digital transformation initiatives, and advanced analytics preferred.

Required Documents

Non Academic:

Curriculum Vitae with cover letter.

Experience Certificates.

At least three references including contact numbers and email addresses.

Highest Academic Qualification.

Academic:

Current Curriculum Vitae with Cover letter.

Teaching,research, and service philosophy.

Three referees’ contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).

Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed.However, if no course work was completed,an copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).

Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.

Benefits

Non Academic:

Competitive tax-free salary.

Housing allowance in accordance with HRM Law.

Annual air tickets for candidate and dependents according to QUHR policies.

Public health care and health insurance to candidate and family members according to QU HR policies.

Annual leave in accordance with HRM Law.

End-of-contract indemnity.

Academic:

A three-year renewable contract.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Tax-free salary.

Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.

Annual air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QU HR policies.

Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.

Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.

Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.

End-of-contract indemnity.

How To Apply New Applicant: You need to setup an account with QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) and complete your personal profile. Once your profile is complete you may use it to apply for an open Position.

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