Data Analyst, Associate

Workday Talent Hub; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

Georgia State University’s Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) and URSA team seek a Data Analyst Associate to transform complex data into actionable insights, build automated reports, and support decision-making across research administration.

The role reports to the Web Developer, Lead, and collaborates with business and technical stakeholders to drive data-driven improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience.
• Experience with Workday Financials/Grants or similar ERP platforms.
• Proficiency in SQL, Power BI, and Tableau for reporting and dashboards.
• Familiarity with Python, PowerShell, and JavaScript for automation and data manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Grant Accounting System (Workday) and related research admin systems.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Write and maintain SQL queries and analytical reports.
• Support operational and executive reporting needs.
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate resolutions.
• Participate in system testing, upgrades, and validation.
• Monitor data integrity and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist data integration, validation, and reconciliation across systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement system enhancements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and user guides.

Skills

Data analytics

Reporting

Dashboard development

Automation

Data visualization

AI/LLMs knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Python

PowerShell

JavaScript

Job description

Data Analyst Associate

University Research Services & Administration (URSA): Georgia State University: Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP): Introduction to the Department: We are seeking a skilled and innovative Data Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in data analytics, reporting, dashboard development, automation, and data visualization using tools and technologies such as Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, SQL, or comparable platforms. Experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance reporting, analytics, and business processes is highly desirable.

Reporting to the Web Developer, Lead, this position serves as the primary technical resource for data-driven reporting, analytics, dashboard development, and continuous process improvement within the research administration enterprise. The Data Analyst will transform complex data into meaningful analysis, develop automated reporting solutions, and support strategic decision-making while collaborating with business and technical stakeholders. The incumbent will also maintain sufficient operational knowledge to provide business continuity support for award setup, invoicing, and selected post-award activities as needed.

WHAT MAKES ORES GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing research portfolio.

Here Is What You Will Do

• Support our Grant Accounting System (Workday) and related research administration systems.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Write and maintain SQL queries and analytical reports as needed.
• Support operational and executive reporting needs.
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate resolution.
• Participate in system testing, upgrades, semi-annual system enhancement releases, and validation.
• Monitor data integrity and recommend corrective actions.
• Support data integration, validation, and reconciliation between the Research Portal, Workday Grants, and other institutional systems.
• Collaborate with functional and technical stakeholders to identify, evaluate, and implement system enhancements that improve business processes and user experience.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and user guides related to enterprise research systems.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

College/Business Unit

Research & Sponsored Programs

Location

Atlanta Campus

Shift

8:30AM-5:15PM

Salary

$60,600 - $75,700 - $90,900

Pay Grade

20

FLSA Status

Exempt

Job Type

Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Preferred Hiring Qualifications

• Experience supporting Workday Financials/Grants or another ERP platform; proficiency with SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools; experience with Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, or comparable scripting languages; knowledge of sponsored research administration, including award setup, invoicing, and post-award administration.

Special Instructions

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 Professional References

Georgia State University Values

COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Please note, Georgia State University’s career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.