Carli A Straight
Redondo Beach,USA
Summary
Accomplished professional in general and operations management with extensive experience in leading teams and optimizing processes to deliver high-quality data products. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, staff development, and enhancing operational efficiency, resulting in significant improvements in departmental performance. Known for effective leadership and innovative problem-solving abilities, with a strong adaptability to new environments. Committed to continuous learning and successfully managing change within dynamic settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Research Strategy & Analytics
UCLA Office of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Los Angeles, USA
06.2019 - Current
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs, and other requirements for institutional research projects.
- Evaluated new technologies that could enhance current workflows related to data collection, storage, processing, visualization.
- Led, prioritized, and managed data and research projects across multiple time-sensitive initiatives.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Managed large sets of data corresponding to many units, using SQL, Excel, and SPSS to extract, format, and derive desired metrics for input into data visualization tools.
- Developed custom scripts and algorithms to automate manual processes related to data management tasks.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all operational processes related to data management.
- Identified opportunities to optimize existing systems, tools and processes related to enterprise data management.
- Created visual representations of data using charts, graphs, tables. to better explain findings.
- Developed and maintained data visualization dashboards for senior management, using Tableau.
- Performed research into new technologies related to data visualization and reporting tools.
- Built custom data visualization dashboards that enabled decision makers to quickly interpret complex datasets.
- Developed survey instruments, administered surveys, and analyzed data using Qualtrics and SPSS.
- Performed statistical analysis using advanced software tools, such as SPSS.
- Implemented research-based interventions designed to decrease bias.
Director of Institutional Research
UCLA Office of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Los Angeles, CA
01.2016 - Current
- Submitted accurate and timely data and reports to the Office of Federal Contracts and Compliance Program (OFCCP) on behalf of UCLA.
- Collaborated with IT professionals to design, develop, and administer the first-of-its-kind mobile application to measure student climate in real time.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local standards.
- Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage stakeholders in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve collaboration.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Analyzed data to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
Manager, Research & Analysis
UCLA – Academic Personnel Office
Los Angeles, USA
06.2013 - 01.2016
- Led the research process, data analysis, and report writing for two UCLA Faculty Salary Equity Studies.
- Produced annual campus monograph booklets containing information on the demographic diversity f academic personnel by department.
- Evaluated the trial salary program (NSTP) initiated by the UC Office of the President.
- Identified data sources and delegated data collection and entry tasks to APO staff and student workers
- Conducted statistical analyses, authored report, and presented findings to various constituents
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
- Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management.
- Provided support to management in areas such as recruitment, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
Research Consultant
Advanced Trial Sciences
Woodland Hills, USA
01.2012 - 01.2013
Research Analyst
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, USA
01.2010 - 01.2013
Researcher, Career Technical Education
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, USA
01.2009 - 01.2010
Research Technician II
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, USA
01.2008 - 01.2009
Research Specialist II
Dept of Mental Health, Research & Evaluation
Riverside, USA
01.2005 - 01.2006
Education
Data Science Certificate -
01-2026
In Progress
Database Management Certificate -
01-2026
In Progress
Anderson School Women’s Leadership Institute Certificate -
01.2021
Chancellor's Office Scholarship Recipient
Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
01.2013
Master of Arts - Psychology
01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
01.2000
Skills
- Data governance
- Data cleansing
- Data strategy
- Data validation
- Data integration
- Data interpretation
- Interactive dashboard design
- Statistical modeling
- Big data handling
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Recruitment and mentorship
- Employee development
- Data-driven results
- Strong organizational abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Report composition
- Process documentation
- Prioritization skills
- Administrative leadership
- Industry benchmark analysis
- Outcomes assessment
- Analytical problem solving
- Strategic decision making
- Data interpretation and reporting
- Survey design expertise
- Qualitative research techniques
- Quantitative modeling skills
- Probability theory
- Team management
- Applied experimental research
- Research lifecycle
- Visualization tools: Canva, Visme, Tableau
- Data management tools: SQL, SPSS, and Access
- Survey software: Qualtrics
- Web design software: WordPress
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Quality assurance controls
Timeline
Director, Research Strategy & Analytics - UCLA Office of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
06.2019 - Current
Director of Institutional Research - UCLA Office of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
01.2016 - Current
Manager, Research & Analysis - UCLA – Academic Personnel Office
06.2013 - 01.2016
Research Consultant - Advanced Trial Sciences
01.2012 - 01.2013
Research Analyst - Chaffey College
01.2010 - 01.2013
Researcher, Career Technical Education - Chaffey College
01.2009 - 01.2010
Research Technician II - California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
01.2008 - 01.2009
Research Specialist II - Dept of Mental Health, Research & Evaluation
01.2005 - 01.2006
University of California, Los Angeles - Data Science Certificate,
University of California, Los Angeles - Database Management Certificate,
University of California, Los Angeles - Anderson School Women’s Leadership Institute Certificate,
Claremont Graduate University - Doctor of Philosophy, Psychology
Claremont Graduate University - Master of Arts, Psychology
University of California, Santa Cruz - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
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