Senior Data Analyst

Lehigh
South Africa
ZAR 300 000 - 400 000
Job description

Are you an experienced data analyst with a passion for driving strategic decision-making through data-driven insights? Lehigh University is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Analyst to join our Institutional Data department.

In this pivotal role, you will play a crucial part in supporting institutional decision-making through advanced data analysis, data management, and statistical studies. The Lehigh community takes seriously our commitment to antiracism and The Principles of our Equitable Community.

Position Number: S81030

This position is a Grade: 10 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $65,290-$79,430 and is subject to change based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Managing special analytics projects from inception to delivery
  2. Developing and maintaining data sources, pipelines, and institutional data warehouses
  3. Creating custom dashboards and responding to internal data requests
  4. Collaborating closely with the Director of Strategic Analytics to meet stakeholder needs
  5. Leveraging your expertise to advance Lehigh's strategic use of data for informed decision-making

Qualifications:

  1. Master's Degree in Data Analysis, Social Science, Computer Science, Statistics, a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
  2. Three to five years of experience in a data-related position, preferably within higher education or a related industry
  3. Tableau Desktop Specialist
  4. Strong proficiency in SQL, with experience in Oracle databases, Microsoft SQL Server, and/or AWS products
  5. Experience with data management and visualization tools, preferably Tableau Desktop, Tableau Prep Builder, DBeaver, and/or AWS QuickSight
  6. Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as R or Python
  7. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

At Lehigh University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community that values respect, integrity, and academic excellence. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including generous retirement plans, tuition remission for employees and their families, and a commitment to work-life balance.

If you are a data-driven professional with a passion for higher education and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Be part of a team that is shaping the future through data-driven insights and making a lasting impact on Lehigh University's success.

The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor. This position has fiscal or financial responsibilities other than employee expense activity, such as processing or approving transactions; monitoring or preparing budgets; or generating income for the University. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance, and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Only complete applications will be considered; therefore, please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website, applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.

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