Data Analyst I

Specialist Staffing Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialist Staffing Group is seeking to register interest for Data Analyst I opportunities in Boston, MA. Roles focus on building SQL-driven data capabilities, dashboards, and statistical reasoning to support business decisions.

The position offers a contract arrangement with a daily rate ranging from $560 to $800, aligned with entry-level analytics skills and US work authorization. Boston-based teams and potential hybrid work arrangements are anticipated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Data Science, Statistics, or related discipline.
• Proficiency in SQL for querying and data manipulation.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel for data analysis and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of SQL queries to extract, transform, and validate data.
• Create and refine data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI or similar tools.
• Assist with exploratory data analysis and statistical analysis to support business questions.
• Contribute to data pipeline development and monitoring to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Collaborate with analytics teams and stakeholders to understand reporting requirements and deliver insights.

Skills

SQL proficiency

Excel proficiency

Statistics basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Data Science/Statistics

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Python

R

Job description

This posting invites registration of interest in future Data Analyst I opportunities within Boston-based analytics teams. Roles of this type typically focus on developing analytical capabilities, supporting data-driven decision making, and building foundational expertise in SQL, data visualization, and statistical analysis.

About The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Data Analyst I positions supporting analytics and business intelligence initiatives. Roles of this type may sit within collaborative teams where analytical rigor meets practical business impact, with scope to develop your technical foundation in data management, visualization, and statistical reasoning while contributing to meaningful insights that shape organizational decisions.

Typical Role Overview

• Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
• Type: Contract
• Full-time
• Rate: $560 - $800 per day
• Domain: Data and Analytics

What You Would Do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Supporting the development and maintenance of SQL queries to extract, transform, and validate data from enterprise databases
• Creating and refining data visualizations and dashboards using tools such as Power BI or similar platforms
• Assisting with exploratory data analysis and statistical analysis to support business questions
• Contributing to data pipeline development and monitoring to ensure data quality and integrity
• Collaborating with analytics teams and stakeholders to understand reporting requirements and deliver insights
• Documenting analytical processes, findings, and recommendations for team reference and knowledge sharing

What You Could Bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

Must-have

• 0–2 years of experience in analytics, data analysis, or a related quantitative field
• Proficiency in SQL for querying and data manipulation
• Strong working knowledge of Excel for data analysis and visualization
• Foundational understanding of statistics and statistical methods
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Data Science, Statistics, or related discipline
• Authorization to work in the United States

Nice-to-have

• Google Analytics Certification or Microsoft Power BI Certification
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI
• Familiarity with Python or R for data analysis
• Exposure to relational database design and data modeling

What Roles Of This Type Could Offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Opportunity to develop core competencies in SQL, data analysis, and business intelligence tools
• Exposure to real-world data challenges and the chance to support decisions that impact the organization
• Mentorship and structured guidance from experienced analytics professionals
• Flexible contract engagement with potential for extension based on performance and business needs
• Work location in Boston with potential for hybrid flexibility where supported by the role
• Professional development support to pursue relevant certifications and analytical skill advancement

About Specialist Staffing Group

Specialist Staffing Group partners with organizations across North America to build analytical talent and deliver data-driven solutions. We connect skilled professionals with meaningful opportunities in analytics, business intelligence, and data engineering, supporting career development and organizational growth through thoughtful talent placement.