Huron
Education Research, Strategy and Operations Consulting Associate/Sr Analyst
Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We collaborate with education organizations to develop strategies and implement solutions that enable the transformative change our clients need to own their future. Together, we empower clients to drive innovation, create sustainable funding streams and deliver better student outcomes.
Today, leaders of higher education institutions and academic medical centers are spending too much time reacting to market forces, rather than focusing on the essential priorities that help students, faculty and staff thrive. The most productive path forward requires an intentional approach and innovative thinking, whereby stakeholders across the entire institution rally around a shared vision and embrace the hard work of effecting change.
You’ll help our clients to achieve organizational effectiveness, improve student outcomes, implement new technologies and align resources and investments to ensure long-term sustainability.
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.
How far can you go? Join Huron and find out. Let’s get to work – together.
Required:
Current U.S. work authorization required
A minimum of 2 plus years of experience in consulting, Higher Education, or relevant work experience
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Advanced experience with analytical tools such as Excel
Strong background in quantitative reasoning & analytics
Financial modeling experience
Prior Consulting experience is highly desired
Ability to travel on a 50% basis annually, work extended hours as necessary
The estimated base salary range for this job is $95,000 - $120,000. (Pease note that this range is reflective of both Sr Analysts and Associate levels, and that pay discussions will be commensurate with experience). The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $104,500 - $138,000. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
Position LevelAssociateCountryUnited States of AmericaTop Skills
Huron Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
550 W. Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL, United States, 60607
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