Lubin School of Business Student Assistant

Exact schedule to be determined with supervisor:This is a 4 week project: 10 hrs week for 4 weeks.Work study and non-work study eligible.About the InstitutionRanked in the top 9% of private US colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment, Pace University transforms the lives of its diverse students-academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. Currently, the University enrolls more than 13,000 students in more than 150 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. Pace University is at the forefront of creating opportunity. Through the convergence of strong academics, experiential learning, and dedicated advising, Pace University empowers its students and positively impacts its communities.AA/EEO StatementPace University is committed to achieving full equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Pursuant to this commitment, the University does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived sex, gender or gender identity; race; color; national origin; religion; creed; age; disability; citizenship; marital or domestic partnership status; sexual orientation or affectional status; genetic predisposition or carrier status; military or veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking; or any other characteristic protected by law federal, state or local law, rule or regulation.Annual Security Report NoticePace is committed to ensuring the safety and security of the students, faculty, staff and visitors to the University. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University's Safety and Security department publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which can be accessed here. The report contains information on security policies as well as crime and fire statistics for the University.Data Collection & AnalysisGather and consolidate course scheduling data across departments, including enrollment figures, room utilization, section timing, and faculty availabilityAnalyze historical scheduling patterns to identify trends, bottlenecks, and underutilized resourcesBuild dashboards or summary reports to visualize scheduling data in a clear, actionable formatEfficiency AssessmentEvaluate current scheduling practices against benchmarks such as seat-fill rates, back-to-back student conflicts, and course sequence alignmentIdentify sections that are chronically over- or under-enrolled and flag opportunities for consolidation or expansionAssess time slot distribution to surface patterns that may limit student access or create advising challengesStakeholder CollaborationWork directly with the Scheduling Department to understand operational constraints and prioritiesCoordinate with Academic Advisors to ensure that any proposed changes are evaluated through the lens of degree pathways and student progressionEngage with Department Chairs or Program Directors as needed to validate findings and discuss recommendationsPresent findings and proposals in both written reports and brief in-person or virtual presentationsRecommendations & Implementation SupportDevelop a prioritized set of scheduling recommendations, each accompanied by supporting data and a risk/benefit assessmentPropose solutions that balance operational efficiency with student-centered outcomes - including access, flexibility, and progression toward degree completionAssist in piloting or modeling proposed changes before broad implementation, using simulation or scenario analysis where appropriateDocumentationMaintain clear documentation of data sources, analytical methods, and findingsProduce a final summary report suitable for presentation to school leadership at the conclusion of the engagementQualificationsCurrently enrolled as a graduate or advanced undergraduate student at Pace University in Data Science, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or a related fieldProficiency in data analysis tools such as Python, R, or Excel (including pivot tables and data visualization)Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate data into clear insightsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines