Senior Data Analyst

The Wharton School

. Collect, compile, validate, maintain, analyze, and disseminate data supporting the School's teaching and research mission .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $84,961 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis, visualization, and reporting to support strategic decision-making in higher education. Proficient in managing complex data projects and ensuring data quality and governance.

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Data AnalysisData VisualizationProject ManagementDatabase ManagementData Governance

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisSurvey DesignDashboard DevelopmentData ValidationQuery OptimizationPythonRData Quality AssuranceStatistical AnalysisData Reporting

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaborationStrategic ThinkingConfidentiality ManagementPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

TableauPower BILearning Management SystemsSurvey PlatformsProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationData Governance PrinciplesEthical Data UseExecutive-Level Decision-MakingNational Higher Education Context

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect, compile, validate, maintain, analyze, and disseminate data supporting the School's teaching and research mission
Support the Dean, Deputy Dean, and Academic and Administrative departments with data and analysis
Produce reports and information for University leadership and external organizations
Provide actionable insights through advanced data analysis, reporting, and visualization
Facilitate data-driven decision-making, strategic planning, policy development, assessment, and evaluation
Develop and execute formalized approaches to process design, maintenance, policy development, and procedures ensuring data quality and integrity
Lead the full life cycle of faculty activity and performance compilation, analysis, and reporting
Collect and analyze faculty and academic department data and documentation
Manage faculty compensation reporting, annual faculty merit, and summer research compensation processes
Design, manage, and execute external ranking surveys, internal surveys, online course evaluations, and faculty reporting projects
Coordinate with IT on software conversions and modifications
Communicate with external constituents, faculty, staff, students, and alumni
Create data visualizations, dashboards, and data stories using tools such as Tableau and Power BI
Identify trends and patterns in complex datasets and provide recommendations
Manage ad hoc and cyclical reporting requests from the Dean and Deputy Dean
Design, code, test, debug, document, automate, filter, and clean data processes
Develop data validation and quality assurance processes
Maintain data processes, documentation, and reporting structures
Collaborate with Wharton Computing to ensure applications, analyses, and databases are secure, reliable, and scalable
Contribute to data governance and security efforts, standardize data maintenance, and perform systematic audits for data accuracy
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, economics, business analytics, computer science, or a related field
4-6 years of progressively responsible professional experience in data analysis, survey design, project management, and reporting in a higher education setting strongly preferred
Proficiency in data visualization and analytics tools such as Tableau and Power BI
Proven ability to develop and maintain dashboards for executive-level decision-making
Experience managing and leading large, complex data projects across multiple stakeholders and departments
Strong knowledge of database management and query optimization
Knowledge of Python or R for advanced data analysis
Understanding of data governance principles related to data quality, security, access, and ethical use
Understanding of formalized approaches to system design and maintenance
Experience with automatic reporting processes and quality assurance and data validation protocols
Ability to provide strategic insights and recommendations to leadership and non-technical stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prepare and present clear, concise reports for senior administrators
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information responsibly
Master's degree in data analytics, statistics, business, information systems, or a related field preferred
Experience with survey platforms, learning management systems, and faculty reporting systems preferred
Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies preferred
Understanding of national higher education context preferred
Applicants must submit a cover letter detailing their interest and alignment with the position responsibilities
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, including eligible assistance at other institutions
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans with pre-tax or Roth options
Substantial time away from work
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, museums, cultural and recreational activities
Discounts and special services for arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, cars, cellular plans, movie tickets, and theme parks
Flexible work options, including non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures
Forgivable homeownership loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses, up to two adoptions in the household