Data Analyst

Role Overview

The Data Analyst will advance the Faculty of Mathematics’ use and integration of data to inform decision-making and improve operational efficiency. The Data Analyst is responsible for understanding, consolidating and analyzing data about the Faculty of Mathematics and for effectively communicating analyses and findings.

What You Will Do

The Data Analyst will maintain a robust understanding of data systems and of University and Faculty policies and practices to be able to understand the needs of a variety of clients across the Faculty and to design and develop effective data solutions.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to write SQL queries and to use SQL or other tools to extract, transform and load data for analysis, and experience with R, Python, or equivalent for data analysis and visualization.

Requirements

• Degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, data science, economics, or another related discipline
• 3+ years’ experience in work related to data management, data analytics, statistical analyses and predictive modelling
• Proven ability to write SQL queries and to use SQL or other tools to extract, transform and load data for analysis
• Proven ability to use R, Python, or equivalent for data analysis and visualization
• Proven ability to use Python or another scripting language to automate tasks
• Knowledge of statistical packages, ETL methods, and visual analytics
• Demonstrated ability to streamline and automate processes
• Critical thinking skills and a natural curiosity to understand processes and data relationships
• Strong interpersonal, visual, and technical written communications skills
• Effective collaborator, able to work with a variety of technical and non-technical roles across teams
• Strong stakeholder management and prioritization skills
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric or Power BI would be an asset
• Knowledge of postsecondary education data domains or student data systems would be an asset

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Vacation time
• Sick leave
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance

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