CareerPlan

Education and Research, Consulting Analyst - Q1 2027 Start Date (December 2026 Graduates)

Chicago - 550 Van Buren, USFull-time2026-11-09 → 2026-11-12
Hybrid · United States

Core

Conduct stakeholder interviews, analyze qualitative and quantitative data, and synthesize recommendations to help higher education institutions achieve organizational effectiveness and improve student outcomes.

Role type

Junior consulting analyst (education sector)

Builds

Strategic recommendations and process improvements for higher education institutions and academic medical centers

Domain

Higher education consulting

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

stakeholder interviewing, data analysis (qualitative and quantitative), project management, regulatory compliance monitoring, Microsoft Excel proficiency, critical thinking, written and verbal communication

Preferred skills

business or healthcare background, emerging technologies (AI), interest in higher education

Responsibilities

Conduct stakeholder interviews to gather qualitative data and understand institutional culture; Execute project workplans and coordinate client communication; Analyze data and synthesize findings into comprehensive recommendations; Monitor institutional research compliance for federal/state regulations; Communicate with research staff and sponsors to progress projects

Seniority

Analyst, entry-level