Job Description
Statistician Requisition ID
req38224
Working Title
Statistician
Position Grade
11
Position Summary
UNM Online is seeking a Statistician who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and turning complex information into insights that support informed decision-making.
This position offers an opportunity to apply statistical, analytical, and programming skills in support of online education at the University of New Mexico. The successful candidate will work with data related to online education, helping organize and manage complex datasets, analyze and interpret information, maintain data quality, and develop dashboards, databases, reports, tables, charts, and other resources that make information useful and accessible.
Just as importantly, UNM Online values the people behind the work. We strive to create a welcoming, collaborative environment where employees can do meaningful work while maintaining a healthy quality of life. The position is an opportunity to join a team that values curiosity, continuous learning, thoughtful collaboration, and the different perspectives each employee brings to our work.
For someone who enjoys data but also wants to see how that work contributes to the larger mission of higher education, this role provides the opportunity to bring technical expertise together with purpose. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside colleagues committed to strengthening online education and using data to better understand and support the work of UNM Online.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with UNM online education data, including experience obtaining, organizing, analyzing, interpreting, or reporting data related to online courses, programs, students, or enrollments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with particular strength in Microsoft Excel for organizing, analyzing, and presenting data.
- Experience using Microsoft Power BI to develop reports, dashboards, visualizations, or other resources that communicate data effectively.
- Scripting and programming skills applicable to statistical analysis, data management, reporting, or automation such as expertise in SQL, Python, Power Query, data pipelines, or Power Automate.
- Experience using UNM MyReports to access and work with institutional data.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain data, findings, and technical concepts clearly to audiences with varying levels of data expertise.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to projects that involve data analysis, reporting, and decision support.
Additional Requirements
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
UNM Online Operations (520A)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Term - Part-Time
Term End Date
One year from date of hire
Status
Exempt
Pay
Monthly: $5,148.00
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required
Yes
For Best Consideration Date
Eligible for Hiring Incentive
No
Eligible for Remote Work
Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
This position is eligible for a remote work agreement (RWA), to include Hybrid. For more information about Remote Work Agreements, please refer to UAP 3245, Remote Work, Section 5, Establishing a Remote Work Agreement and Section 6, Out-of-State Employee Responsibilities.
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please provide a resume.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.
Job Tags
Part time, Work at office, Remote work