Role Overview
The Data Operations Research Analyst serves as the primary research and data request professional within the Montana Office of Public Instruction’s Data Operations unit for data and systems requests related to sensitive data and PII.
What You Will Do
The role requires advanced analytical skills, independent judgment, and the ability to collaborate with internal and external partners to support high-quality and complex data analyses, compliant data sharing, and evidence-based decision-making.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The position requires advanced analytical skills, independent judgment, and the ability to collaborate with internal and external partners to support high-quality and complex data analyses, compliant data sharing, and evidence-based decision-making.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, computer science, education research, or a related field.
- Four years of related experience involving research activities, study design, statistical analysis, or complex data querying.
- Demonstrated experience using SQL to query large, complex datasets.
Benefits
- Work/life balance
- Family friendly
- Dedicated and caring colleagues
- Health coverage
- Retirement plans
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
- Opportunities and room for professional growth
- Public service loan forgiveness
To apply for this job please visit mtstatejobs.taleo.net.

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