Associate Data Analyst, Graduate Student Affairs

The Wharton School

. Contribute to improving data collection methods, study design, survey administration, measurement instruments, and data management processes .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesEntry Level💰 $62,067 - $77,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data collection methods, data quality assurance, and data analysis to support institutional planning and decision-making. Proficient in using Python, R, SQL, and data visualization tools to manage and communicate data effectively.

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Data Quality AssurancePython ProgrammingR ProgrammingSQL ProficiencyData Visualization

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Hard Skills

Data Collection MethodsData Management ProcessesData AnalysisData DocumentationData TransformationData IntegrityDashboard BuildingData ReportingData GovernanceData Processing

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailStrong Communication SkillsCollaborationProblem-SolvingTraining and Support

Tools & Technologies

ExcelPowerBIAutomated ScriptsData WorkflowsMetadata Management

Industry Keywords

FERPA ComplianceQuantitative DisciplineEvidence-Based Decision-MakingInstitutional PlanningProgram Evaluation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to improving data collection methods, study design, survey administration, measurement instruments, and data management processes
Perform data quality assurance by validating datasets for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and integrity
Identify and resolve data discrepancies
Develop and maintain data documentation, including data codebooks, metadata, and data collection procedures
Execute and monitor established data workflows
Run existing Python, R, SQL, and other automated scripts for recurring data projects
Process, transform, and prepare data for analysis
Assist with data analysis, interpretation, and reporting for institutional planning, assessment, program evaluation, and evidence-based decision-making
Collaborate with staff across multiple offices to collect, manage, and coordinate data
Build and maintain working relationships across the institution
Coordinate project timelines and ensure milestones and deliverables are completed on schedule
Communicate technical and quantitative concepts to broad, non-technical audiences, including senior management
Train and provide technical support and thought partnership to colleagues
Work independently and as part of a team across multiple projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor's Degree and 2-3 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required
A degree in quantitative discipline is preferred
3+ years of experience is preferred
Attention to detail and ability to extract and process data from various sources
Ability to identify data integrity and quality issues
Proficiency in building and managing dashboards and reports is preferred
Data visualization skills and ability to tell a story with data are preferred
Willingness and ability to quickly learn data governance and analysis skills is strongly preferred
Familiarity with Excel, PowerBI, R, Python, and SQL is preferred
Ability to use data to support operations and communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Understanding of FERPA parameters and data integrity
Ability to perform tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Strong written and oral communication skills are required
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children at Penn and other institutions
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
TIAA and Vanguard investment options
Substantial time away from work for vacations, personal affairs, illness, injury, and family time
Long-term care insurance
Wellness and work-life programs and resources
Professional and personal development resources
Access to University libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, cultural and recreational activities
Discounts and special services for arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, vehicles, cellular plans, movie tickets, and theme parks
Flexible work options and non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures
Forgivable home ownership loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses, up to two adoptions per household