Data Analyst

Support research data management and statistical analysis by building relational datasets, maintaining data pipelines, and enabling accurate reporting at Yale University in New Haven, CT.

Responsibilities

• Create relational databases from existing study data stored across multiple data sources.
• Design comprehensive relational database structures using advance knowledge of application factors affecting data analysis and reporting.
• Develop and document operational procedures for collecting, editing, verifying, and managing study data.
• Document study data files, including data structure and relationships, variable definitions, and data codes.
• Write detailed specifications for analysis files and perform consistency checks.
• Develop and implement statistical programs to incorporate data from multiple studies and projects.
• Organize and create dataset-related documentation, tables, and outputs; coordinate with data sources on data accuracy and data dictionary.
• Evaluate and analyze data using accepted statistical techniques and statistical analysis software.
• Perform descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses using computer software.
• Use advanced statistical knowledge to support managing and analyzing data.
• Design and implement quality control measures to ensure accurate data collection and processing.
• Protect database integrity through data cleaning, required checks, and data backups.
• Handle study data documentation and transmission.
• Help ensure data are collected and completed in a timely manner at each site location.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong experience with data management systems, including proficiency in SQL, R, Python, and other scientific programming software.
• Excellent analytical skills, including experience cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing large data sets.
• Ability to communicate data insights through reports, presentations, and data visualizations.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse teams, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience with statistical analysis and machine learning methods, including proficiency in tools such as SAS and Stata (or similar).
• Master’s degree in statistics, computer science, business administration, or a related field, plus two years of experience in data management and analysis (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Experience with data collection and coordinating efforts across multiple groups.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field (examples: statistics, computer science, data science, economics).
• Demonstrated experience coordinating data management for research studies and managing complex datasets.
• Technical experience in data modeling, database design, and data mining techniques.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Proven experience in survey design and working with institutional data related to faculty or similar populations.

Technologies

• SQL
• R
• Python
• SAS
• Stata
• Tableau
• Power BI

Education

• Master’s degree in statistics, computer science, business administration or a related field

Job Details

• Location: New Haven, CT (onsite)
• Job category: Professional
• Time type: Full time
• Duration type: Staff
• Work model: On-site
• Min experience: 2 years
• Salary: USD 68,000 - 120,500 per yearly
• Posting date: 10/27/2026
• Bargaining unit: NON
• Compensation grade: Administration & Operations
• Compensation grade profile: Manager; Program Leader (P5)
• Salary range: $68,000.00 - $120,500.00

Background Check and Health Requirements

• Pre-employment background screening may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing, and credit checks based on job requirements.
• Offers are contingent on successful completion of the background check.
• Certain roles may have associated health requirements (vaccinations, tests, or examinations) as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

• Salary offers depend on qualifications, experience, skills, and education relative to requirements, plus the role’s grade profile and internal and external market conditions.
• This job description summarizes essential functions and is not a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities.
• Duties are assigned by the hiring department.
• Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.

Benefits

• A general description of the benefits is available at Yale Benefits (Managerial & Professional position).