Penn State University is seeking a part-time Data Analyst to support the development of methods for collecting, organizing, interpreting, and classifying information for computer input and retrieval. This onsite role focuses on data needs assessment, data capture specifications and monitoring, scheduled and ad hoc reporting, and recommendations for online program enhancements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and design methods and procedures for collecting, organizing, interpreting, and classifying information for input into computer systems and retrieval from computer systems, using knowledge of symbolic language, optical or pattern recognition, database construction, and retrieval methods
- Create alternate designs to address problems in input, storage, or retrieval of information, applying knowledge of electronic data processing principles, mathematics, and computer capabilities
- Conduct data needs assessment activities
- Develop specifications for data capture and input; monitor input to support consistency, quality, and integrity of data
- Program, debug, and run scheduled and ad hoc listings, summaries, statistics, labels, and other electronic and/or presentation reports
- Recommend online program enhancements and assist in testing and implementing modifications and enhancements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s, master’s, or equivalent experience with two years or more in statistics and/or research data collection, management, and analysis
- Knowledge of and experience with data management software
- Knowledge of structured programming, testing, and debugging techniques
- Ability to design and implement systems to collect, maintain, and analyze data
- Ability to implement and troubleshoot programming changes and modifications
- Ability to communicate effectively, 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
Position Details
- Job Type: Part time
- Location: University Park, PA (onsite)
- Minimum Experience: 2 years
- Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree or equivalent experience
Application Instructions
- Current Penn State employee (faculty, staff, technical service, or student): log in to Workday to complete the internal application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday.
- Current Penn State student (not employed previously at the university): log in to Workday to complete the student application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday.
- Not a current employee or student: click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Remote and Hybrid Work
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
Supervision
This position will be supervised by the Principal Investigator/Evaluator.
Background Checks/Clearances
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Campus Security Crime Statistics
Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR) pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988. The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, including topics such as alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Equal Opportunity
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use the online application process due to an impairment or disability, contact 814-865-1473.
