Data Analyst - Education Sector

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Professional development

Advanced training in data analytics

Flexible work arrangement

Collaborative team environment

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is looking for a skilled Data Analyst for a prominent educational research and development organization based in Kimberley. This hybrid role combines on-site collaboration with remote flexibility to analyze complex educational data and drive strategic decisions.

You will work with researchers, educators, and administrators to transform data into actionable insights, build dashboards, and contribute to predictive models that support student performance and retention in the Canadian

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Education, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 4+ years of Data Analyst experience, preferably in education.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, or SPSS.
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong statistical knowledge and data integrity.
• Excellent communication of data findings.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment.

Aufgaben

• Collect, clean, and process large educational datasets.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations in educational data.
• Develop and maintain databases and data management systems.
• Create insightful data visualizations, dashboards, and reports to communicate findings.
• Interpret data to provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders, including educators and policymakers.
• Collaborate with research teams to design data collection methodologies and survey instruments.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security.
• Stay updated on the latest data analysis techniques and educational data standards.
• Contribute to the development of predictive models for student performance and retention.
• Present findings to internal teams and external audiences as required.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in quantitative field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Python

R

SQL

SPSS

Tableau

Power BI

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent educational research and development organization based in Kimberley , is seeking a skilled Data Analyst to join their team. This hybrid role focuses on collecting, interpreting, and analyzing complex educational data to inform strategic decisions, improve learning outcomes, and identify trends. You will work closely with researchers, educators, and administrators to transform data into actionable insights. The position offers a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing you to contribute effectively from Kimberley and beyond. We are dedicated to leveraging data-driven approaches to enhance educational practices and policy. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization tools, and a solid understanding of the educational landscape. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful research and development in the education sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large datasets from various educational sources.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations in educational data.
• Develop and maintain databases and data management systems.
• Create insightful data visualizations, dashboards, and reports to communicate findings.
• Interpret data to provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders, including educators and policymakers.
• Collaborate with research teams to design data collection methodologies and survey instruments.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security.
• Stay updated on the latest data analysis techniques and educational data standards.
• Contribute to the development of predictive models for student performance and retention.
• Present findings to internal teams and external audiences as required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Education, or a related quantitative field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Data Analyst, preferably within the education sector or in a research-intensive environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, or SPSS.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong understanding of statistical principles and methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate complex data findings clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience working with educational data (e.g., student performance, enrollment, learning analytics) is a significant advantage.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity.

Benefits

This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Our client provides opportunities for professional development, advanced training in data analytics tools, and exposure to impactful educational research projects. Employees benefit from a flexible work arrangement and a collaborative team environment in Kimberley . This is a chance to apply your analytical expertise to shape the future of education.