Data Analyst

About the Opportunity

Summary

The Data Analyst will turn data into information, information into insight, and insight into business decisions. The Data Analyst will conduct full lifecycle analysis to include requirements, activities and design, develop analysis and reporting capabilities, and monitor performance and quality control plans to identify improvements.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Qualifications

Strong analytical skills with the ability to discern key information from large data sets and make actionable recommendations. Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Experience using various databases such as but not limited to Cognos, Banner, Tableau Prep and Tableau to develop custom dashboards. Ability and desire to learn new reporting systems. Excellent data visualization and report preparation skills. Must be detail oriented, organized, and willing to work with others to maintain and improve upon the quality of reporting. Knowledge and skills are normally acquired through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree with a focus on data analytics is preferred. One to three years of experience in a higher education setting preferred. SQL and Python experience is a plus.

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Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see .