Part Time Data Analyst

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Penn State University in State College, PA, is seeking a data systems specialist to develop and design methods for collecting, organizing, and interpreting information for input into computer systems.

The role requires strong knowledge of data management, programming, and testing, with responsibilities for validating data quality, designing data capture specifications, and producing reports for decision-making. Background in statistics or data collection is preferred.

Formación

• Knowledge of structured programming, testing, and debugging techniques.
• Ability to design and implement systems necessary to collect, maintain, and analyze data.
• Ability to implement and troubleshoot programming changes and modifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to verify data input and correct errors.
• Knowledge of database construction, management, and retrieval methods.
• Ability to resolve data input, storage and/or retrieval problems and to design solutions and modifications.
• Knowledge of computer data processing principles.
• Ability to create data capture and input specifications.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and design methods and procedures for collecting, organizing, interpreting, and classifying information for input into computer systems.
• Develop alternate designs to resolve problems in input, storage, or retrieval of information.
• Perform needs assessment activities.
• Develop specifications for data capture and input; monitor input to ensure consistency, quality, and integrity of data.
• Program, debug, and run a variety of scheduled and ad hoc listings, summaries, statistics, labels, and other reports.
• Make recommendations for online program enhancements; assist in testing and implementation of modifications and enhancements.

Conocimientos

Structured programming

Debugging

Data analysis

Data quality

Communication

DB construction

Data capture specs

Educación

Bachelor's degree or higher in statistics/data science or related

Descripción del empleo

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Develop and design methods and procedures for collecting, organizing, interpreting, and classifying information for input into computer and retrieval from computer, utilizing knowledge of symbolic language, optical or pattern recognition, database construction, and retrieval methods

Develop alternate designs to resolve problems in input, storage, or retrieval of information, utilizing knowledge of electronic data processing principles, mathematics, and computer capabilities

Perform needs assessment activities

Develop specifications for data capture and input; monitor input to ensure consistency, quality, and integrity of data

Program, debug, and run a variety of scheduled and ad hoc listings, summaries, statistics, labels, and other electronic and/or presentation reports

Make recommendations for on-line program enhancements; assist in testing and implementation of modifications and enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, master's, or equivalent experience (two years or more) in statistics, and/or research data collection, management, and analysis; knowledge of and experience with data management software

Supervisory Relationships

This position will be supervised by the Principal Investigator/Evaluator.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of structured programming, testing, and debugging techniques
• Ability to design and implement systems necessary to collect, maintain, and analyze data
• Ability to implement and troubleshoot programming changes and modifications
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to verify data input and correct errors
• Knowledge of database construction, management, and retrieval methods
• Ability to resolve data input, storage and/or retrieval problems and to design solutions and modifications
• Knowledge of computer data processing principles
• Ability to create data capture and input specifications

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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