Data Analyst

University of Washington Medical Center

2d•$61,080 - $79,008

About The Position

Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB) encompasses the major central financial, planning, analytical, and budgeting functions for the University of Washington, including: Finance & Budget Strategy Institutional Analytics & Decision Support Policy, Planning & State Operations University Business Services The Data Analyst supports the University of Washington’s Institutional Analysis and Institutional Reporting teams by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of institutional data analysis and reporting processes. This role will support the automation of reporting by building dashboards and using advanced programming and reporting tools. The analyst also contributes to the documentation of processes and business rules that underpin reporting and analysis projects and will have the opportunity to learn and apply advanced data analysis techniques, including machine learning and econometric modeling. Through collaboration and technical expertise, this position supports data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement across the University’s data infrastructure.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Social Sciences or a related field, and two years of experience in business intelligence, or related technical roles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and automation techniques
Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) tools such as Tableau and Power BI for reporting and dashboard development
Proficiency in SQL or similar data querying languages to extract and manipulate data from institutional databases
Experience conducting data validation, quality assurance, and troubleshooting data inconsistencies
Basic understanding of data modeling concepts and experience assisting in data model development
Experience with statistical programming languages such as R or Python is a plus
Strong data visualization and presentation skills to communicate insights effectively
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and translate technical information for non-technical audiences
Ability to manage multiple analytics tasks independently, prioritize work, and meet deadlines
Demonstrated experience in working with diverse groups and teams; create a culture of inclusion and equity throughout the team while supporting the overall culture of FPB

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting enrollment data projects or institutional analytics in higher education
Knowledge of data governance and compliance reporting standards
Familiarity with automation of reporting processes and scripting for data workflows
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and contribute to continuous process improvement

Responsibilities

Data Analytics and Project Support Support institutional data projects and analytics initiatives that advance reporting accuracy and data-informed decision-making
Apply appropriate analytical methods and tools that facilitate trend analysis, forecasting, and performance measurement
Apply statistical programming and advanced querying to extract and analyze complex institutional datasets
Report and Dashboard Development Design, develop, and maintain reports and dashboards using BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and advanced Excel
Automate recurring reporting processes to increase efficiency and consistency
Create visualizations and analytical summaries that clearly communicate insights to institutional stakeholders
Collaboration and Data Accuracy Collaborate with Institutional Analysis, Institutional Reporting, and other campus units to ensure data consistency and accuracy
Provide consultative support to departments on data interpretation, governance, and best practices
Contribute to the development of policies and procedures that improve data integrity and transparency
Strategic Insights and Independent Project Management Provide analytical insights that inform institutional planning, policy development, and resource allocation
Manage analytics and reporting tasks independently, exercising judgment in prioritizing and executing complex assignments
Communicate technical and analytical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
Participate in team initiatives and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
Train and cross train team across the team and organization to ensure organizational sustainability and operational continuity
Other duties as assigned