Data Analyst

Job Title

Data Analyst

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Research and Innovation

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

The Data Analyst, under general supervision, gathers, compiles, analyzes, interprets, reports data and identifies patterns. The position will play a vital role in transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive informed decision-making across the organization.

DESCRIPTION

Data Analytics: 95%

• Collaborate with business partners across departments to understand their data needs and objectives.
• Perform database design activities, installations, and testing based on user defined parameters.
• Help troubleshoot and repair databases and maintain database security.
• Design and execute data analysis plans, leveraging SQL or similar tools to extract and manipulate data from various sources.
• Clean, transform, and prepare data for analysis, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct statistical analysis and identify trends, patterns, and correlations within the data.
• Develop and implement data visualization techniques (e.g., charts, dashboards) to effectively communicate insights to stakeholders with varying technical backgrounds.
• Support the creation and maintenance of data pipelines in collaboration with engineers and data scientists.
• Stay up-to-date on emerging data analysis tools and technologies, recommending and implementing new solutions when appropriate.
• Generate data-driven reports and presentations to translate complex findings into actionable business recommendations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress towards data-driven goals.
• Participate in the development and implementation of data governance policies and best practices.

Other Duties as Assigned: 5%

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field.
• Two (2) years of related experience in data analysis.
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams)
• Knowledge of intermediate troubleshooting, client relations, ingenuity, formulating and contributing ideas, and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL).
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and solve data-related challenges.
• Experience in working with databases.
• Proficient in SQL or a similar data querying language.
• Proficient in data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau…
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python or R.
• Experience with advanced SQL functions.
• Experience with SQL workbench.

SALARY: $4,666.67 - $5,416.67 Monthly ($56,000.04 - $65,000.04 Annual, Approximately)

• This is a temporary position for up to 12-months with the opportunity for full-time employment. Commensurate with performance.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eli