Jessica Hamar Martínez, Ph.D.

Dr. Jessica Hamar Martínez is the Assessment Manager for University Initiatives & Policy. In this role, she collaborates with her colleagues to plan, design, and carry out assessment and research in support of the various initiatives executed by the team. Jessica has several years of experience working at the University of Arizona with previous roles in University Analytics & Institutional Research and the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences. She previously worked at the Pew Research Center as a Senior Researcher, contributing to the Center’s survey research on religion in the United States. Jessica earned her PhD and MA in Sociology from the University of Arizona. She enjoys working with the team and partners across campus to advance institutional priorities and create positive change for the University community.