Part Time Data Analyst

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a data specialist to develop and design procedures for collecting, organizing, and interpreting information for computer input and retrieval. You will use knowledge of database construction, retrieval methods, and pattern recognition to ensure data integrity.

Responsibilities include designing data capture specifications, monitoring input quality, scripting reports, and testing online enhancements under supervision of the Principal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, master's, or equivalent in statistics or research data collection/analysis.
• Knowledge of data management software.
• Experience with input/storage/retrieval systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design methods for collecting, organizing, interpreting, and classifying information for input into computer systems.
• Develop alternate designs to resolve storage/retrieval problems and optimize data processing.
• Perform needs assessment activities to determine data requirements.
• Create specifications for data capture and input; monitor input to ensure data integrity.
• Program, debug, and run reports, listings, and statistics and assist in testing enhancements.

Skills

Structured programming

Data management software

Education

Statistics/Research data

Job description

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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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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