Research Data Analyst - Insights & Dashboards

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (18+ days)

Health benefits

Flexible work options

Tuition assistance

403(b) plan

Mental health programs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Stanford University is seeking a Data Analyst 1 for a two-year fixed-term on-site position in Palo Alto. You will identify usable data, query sources, and prepare standard and custom reports, dashboards, and metrics for internal customers.

The role requires one year of experience in a quantitative discipline and the ability to validate data, ensure quality, and communicate findings clearly. The position offers full-time status options and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of analytical software and data mining tools.
• Ability to collect data using various methods to improve databases.
• Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work with data of varying quality and validity.
• Experience with collecting and presenting data to users.
• Collaborate with data managers to define data standards and elements.

Responsibilities

• Identify and select usable data from complex data patterns.
• Validate data and distribute reports to end-users with interpretation.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor organizational performance.
• Collect, manage, and clean datasets to ensure data integrity.
• Reconcile data discrepancies across systems.
• Collaborate to define data standards and elements.
• Assist in identifying new data sources and methods.
• May test prototype software and participate in release processes.

Skills

Analytical software

Database management

Reporting software

Query software

Data mining

Job description

Stanford University is seeking a Data Analyst 1 for a two-year fixed-term on-site position in Palo Alto. You will identify usable data, query sources, and prepare standard and custom reports, dashboards, and metrics for internal customers.

The role requires one year of experience in a quantitative discipline and the ability to validate data, ensure quality, and communicate findings clearly. The position offers full-time status options and comprehensive benefits.