Data Analyst

University of Wisconsin-Madison

. Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards and reports supporting School of Education leadership, academic departments, and administrative units’ decision-making.

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesJunior💰 $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in analyzing large datasets and producing reports to support decision-making in higher education. Skilled in data visualization, statistical analysis, and ensuring data quality while managing multiple projects effectively.

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SQL ProficiencyData Visualization Using TableauStatistical Analysis Using RExperience In Higher Education AdministrationMicrosoft Excel Data Analysis

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisStatistical AnalysisData Quality AssessmentDashboard DevelopmentReport GenerationPolicy AnalysisData ValidationAnalytical DocumentationProject ManagementData Querying

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailCommunication SkillsRelationship BuildingAdaptabilityProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

TableauPower BIMicrosoft ExcelPowerPointStatistical SoftwareGitLabBusiness Intelligence ToolsAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationCompliance RequirementsPolicy DevelopmentOperational Data SystemsAccreditationStrategic PlanningEnrollment AnalysisResearch Activity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards and reports supporting School of Education leadership, academic departments, and administrative units’ decision-making.
Analyze trends and patterns across academic, student, research, financial, and other operational data.
Support reporting and analysis related to enrollment, retention, scholarships, post-graduation outcomes, course access, graduate education, research activity, and departmental and budget metrics.
Prepare analysis and reporting for program review, accreditation, rankings submissions, and strategic planning initiatives.
Track sources of information relevant to policy development affecting the higher education sector.
Work with business intelligence/analyst functions in computing services to develop data visualization and business intelligence capability.
Design and develop policy analyses and briefing papers for unit leadership.
Provide project support for, and further enhancement of, unit initiatives.
Review, monitor, and evaluate policies and data analyses to present evidence-based support for unit bids, applications, and decision-making.
Assist in establishing guidelines and procedures to ensure adequacy, quality, and reliability of information sources.

Requirements

What you’ll need

One year of professional experience analyzing large datasets to answer organizational, operational, policy, or research questions and produce reports and analyses.
Proficiency querying relational databases using SQL or similar database programming languages.
Experience working with large datasets from operational data systems.
Experience assessing data quality, validating analytical results, and identifying and investigating discrepancies across data sources and reporting systems.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and responsibilities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (including data analysis tools such as Pivot Tables and Power Query) and PowerPoint.
Bachelor's degree.
Experience using data and analytical methods to evaluate policy or program outcomes and inform policy development and program evaluation.
One year of experience working in higher education administration.
One year of experience applying statistical analysis methods and/or developing reproducible data analyses using statistical software such as R, Python, SAS, Stata, or SPSS.
Experience developing end-user focused dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, or Qlik or similar business intelligence tools.
Experience with high-stakes reporting and responding to compliance and regulatory requirements.
Experience working with stakeholders to define analytical questions, clarify requirements, and translate business needs into data analyses.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analytical results to technical and non-technical audiences through written reports, presentations, and data visualizations.
Experience developing and maintaining analytical and technical documentation, including the use of version-control tools such as GitLab.
Interest in exploring the appropriate use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to improve efficiency in workflows.
Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain productive working relationships.
Demonstrated ability to learn new software, analytical methods, and skills.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off
Competitive insurance and savings accounts
Retirement benefits