Data Solutions Analyst
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0 Full-time 3 hours ago Full Job Description T he Data Solutions Analyst is part of the Office of Data & Strategic Analytics (DSA) at Vanderbilt University and is a key contributor, utilizing institutionally designated approaches and technologies to ensure successful delivery of high-quality and relevant data solutions to meet consumer needs.
Reporting directly to the Associate Director, the position is responsible for performing moderately complex project and analytical work in a wide range of business intelligence activities that ensure the uniformity, accuracy, and semantic consistency of enterprise data through the application of effective data management, security, stewardship, and governance processes.
The Data Solutions Analyst works in partnership with other team members as well as the broader DSA Team.
They are proficient in utilizing Business Intelligence (BI) tools and knowledgeable of university data; performing assigned activities such as defining data requirements, designing data models, building dashboards, developing BI reports, performing ad-hoc analysis, and writing SQL code to assist consumers in achieving operational and strategic goals.
The position also partners closely with information technology to build out our data warehouse and create metadata reporting solutions.
The position may also employ predictive modeling and analytics techniques to aid decision making in areas of strategic interest to the university administration.
Vanderbilt University is entering a time of ambitious change.
With a dynamic new Chancellor and Provost, the campus is engaged in significant, positive transformation.
The Chief Data Officer and the Office of Data and Strategic Analytics are based in the Chancellor's Office and work collaboratively with decision-makers and stakeholders across the university to support the strategic use of data.
The DSA team has recently expanded and now comprises four teams (Academic Partnering; Administrative Partnering; Institutional Research and Assessment; and Data Governance and Solutions).
DSA works closely with data leads in other parts of the university and with Information Technology (VUIT).
The Data Solutions Analyst is part of the Data Governance and Solutions team.
Data Governance and Solutions is a key driver in efforts to improve and enhance data quality and analytics in support of data-driven decisions.
Duties and
Responsibilities:
Business Intelligence Tools :
Uses BI tools such as Oracle Analytics Cloud, Tableau, SQL (Oracle and Snowflake), to provide insightful reporting solutions to meet consumer data needs.
Develop new analytics solutions; support and maintain existing solutions.
Participate in testing and evaluating new BI analysis and reporting solutions, tool upgrades, enhancements and change requests.
Develop and maintain database tables for use in reporting.
Identify existing solutions or design new solutions that satisfy information requests.
Use standardized practices in developing data solutions.
Fulfill Report Requests:
Successfully delivers reporting solutions through detailed analyses of reporting needs.
Participate in requirements gathering and analysis, technical design, building, testing, and documentation of data solutions.
Develop and adhere to official definitions and DSA standards in reporting.
Present information in a clear, concise and understandable format.
Contribute to the compliance of Federal and external agency reporting.
Assist with updating publicly available data such as the VU Factbook and Common Data Set annually.
Data Analysis:
Designs logical data models of moderate complexity.
Identifies redundant data objects and data items that can be re-used across applications.
Identifies gaps in data or object models, recommends appropriate changes, and creates transformation requirements.
Develop an in-depth understanding of the functional data environment.
Thinks beyond the obvious when analyzing data.
Use reports and analyses to identify potentially problematic data and recommend possible solutions.
Collaborate with consumers to improve data quality and consistency.
Use knowledge of data systems to provide highly accurate and timely data solutions.
Use analytic techniques to develop test cases for report, analysis, and data warehouse changes.
Maintain data confidentiality and observe all regulations such as FERPA.
Data Governance:
Utilize Data Governance principles to ensure ongoing compliance with internal policies and guarantee data is used in a consistent way.
Document data sources and flow to guide reporting accuracy.
Maintain a glossary of business terms and concepts to aid the understanding of data.
Implement reporting standards for visual consistency.
Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, business analytics, or related experience is necessary.
Data visualization and reporting tools experience (Oracle Analytics Cloud, Tableau or similar) is preferred.
Relational database and SQL skills (Oracle and Snowflake) is necessary.
Ability to manipulate, transform, or merge datasets using tools such as Excel, R, or python is preferred.
Experience in information technology or other business intelligence related functions is preferred.
Experience working with large relational databases is preferred.
Higher education experience is preferred.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff.
Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are.
We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive.
As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone.
The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.
Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected:
criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.
#highereducationjobs #higheredjobs #higheredcareers Vanderbilt is a community of talented and diverse staff & faculty! At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis.
Located in Nashville , Tennessee, on a 330
acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of America's Best Large Employers as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running.
We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice through:
Working and growing together as a community of communities we are One Vanderbilt.
Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their authentic and best self , while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow regardless of title or position.
We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career.
We understand you are unique and have a story.
We want to hear it.
We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.
Vanderbilt University has made the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff and our surrounding communities a top priority.
As part of that commitment, the University requires all employees to (1) participate in any required on-campus COVID-19 testing protocol as may then be in effect, or (2) show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
0 Full-time 3 hours ago Full Job Description T he Data Solutions Analyst is part of the Office of Data & Strategic Analytics (DSA) at Vanderbilt University and is a key contributor, utilizing institutionally designated approaches and technologies to ensure successful delivery of high-quality and relevant data solutions to meet consumer needs.
Reporting directly to the Associate Director, the position is responsible for performing moderately complex project and analytical work in a wide range of business intelligence activities that ensure the uniformity, accuracy, and semantic consistency of enterprise data through the application of effective data management, security, stewardship, and governance processes.
The Data Solutions Analyst works in partnership with other team members as well as the broader DSA Team.
They are proficient in utilizing Business Intelligence (BI) tools and knowledgeable of university data; performing assigned activities such as defining data requirements, designing data models, building dashboards, developing BI reports, performing ad-hoc analysis, and writing SQL code to assist consumers in achieving operational and strategic goals.
The position also partners closely with information technology to build out our data warehouse and create metadata reporting solutions.
The position may also employ predictive modeling and analytics techniques to aid decision making in areas of strategic interest to the university administration.
Vanderbilt University is entering a time of ambitious change.
With a dynamic new Chancellor and Provost, the campus is engaged in significant, positive transformation.
The Chief Data Officer and the Office of Data and Strategic Analytics are based in the Chancellor's Office and work collaboratively with decision-makers and stakeholders across the university to support the strategic use of data.
The DSA team has recently expanded and now comprises four teams (Academic Partnering; Administrative Partnering; Institutional Research and Assessment; and Data Governance and Solutions).
DSA works closely with data leads in other parts of the university and with Information Technology (VUIT).
The Data Solutions Analyst is part of the Data Governance and Solutions team.
Data Governance and Solutions is a key driver in efforts to improve and enhance data quality and analytics in support of data-driven decisions.
Duties and
Responsibilities:
Business Intelligence Tools :
Uses BI tools such as Oracle Analytics Cloud, Tableau, SQL (Oracle and Snowflake), to provide insightful reporting solutions to meet consumer data needs.
Develop new analytics solutions; support and maintain existing solutions.
Participate in testing and evaluating new BI analysis and reporting solutions, tool upgrades, enhancements and change requests.
Develop and maintain database tables for use in reporting.
Identify existing solutions or design new solutions that satisfy information requests.
Use standardized practices in developing data solutions.
Fulfill Report Requests:
Successfully delivers reporting solutions through detailed analyses of reporting needs.
Participate in requirements gathering and analysis, technical design, building, testing, and documentation of data solutions.
Develop and adhere to official definitions and DSA standards in reporting.
Present information in a clear, concise and understandable format.
Contribute to the compliance of Federal and external agency reporting.
Assist with updating publicly available data such as the VU Factbook and Common Data Set annually.
Data Analysis:
Designs logical data models of moderate complexity.
Identifies redundant data objects and data items that can be re-used across applications.
Identifies gaps in data or object models, recommends appropriate changes, and creates transformation requirements.
Develop an in-depth understanding of the functional data environment.
Thinks beyond the obvious when analyzing data.
Use reports and analyses to identify potentially problematic data and recommend possible solutions.
Collaborate with consumers to improve data quality and consistency.
Use knowledge of data systems to provide highly accurate and timely data solutions.
Use analytic techniques to develop test cases for report, analysis, and data warehouse changes.
Maintain data confidentiality and observe all regulations such as FERPA.
Data Governance:
Utilize Data Governance principles to ensure ongoing compliance with internal policies and guarantee data is used in a consistent way.
Document data sources and flow to guide reporting accuracy.
Maintain a glossary of business terms and concepts to aid the understanding of data.
Implement reporting standards for visual consistency.
Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, business analytics, or related experience is necessary.
Data visualization and reporting tools experience (Oracle Analytics Cloud, Tableau or similar) is preferred.
Relational database and SQL skills (Oracle and Snowflake) is necessary.
Ability to manipulate, transform, or merge datasets using tools such as Excel, R, or python is preferred.
Experience in information technology or other business intelligence related functions is preferred.
Experience working with large relational databases is preferred.
Higher education experience is preferred.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff.
Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are.
We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive.
As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone.
The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.
Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected:
criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.
#highereducationjobs #higheredjobs #higheredcareers Vanderbilt is a community of talented and diverse staff & faculty! At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis.
Located in Nashville , Tennessee, on a 330
acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of America's Best Large Employers as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running.
We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice through:
Working and growing together as a community of communities we are One Vanderbilt.
Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their authentic and best self , while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow regardless of title or position.
We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career.
We understand you are unique and have a story.
We want to hear it.
We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.
Vanderbilt University has made the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff and our surrounding communities a top priority.
As part of that commitment, the University requires all employees to (1) participate in any required on-campus COVID-19 testing protocol as may then be in effect, or (2) show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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