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Description:
Reporting to the Head of Assessment, the Data Analyst supports data-informed decision-making across Emory Libraries by contributing to strategic projects, data analysis, and reporting efforts. This position assists in collecting, interpreting, and visualizing data to uncover insights, demonstrate impact, and identify areas for improvement. It also helps ensure compliance with university and national data policies, promotes best practices in data management, maintains the Libraries data dictionary, and facilitates internal and external reporting to key stakeholders. Through cross-functional collaboration, the role enhances understanding of community needs and strengthens the library’s ability to deliver effective, evidence-based services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Creates and maintains a data dictionary and meta data.
- Supports efforts to ensure that data standards are developed and maintained.
- Ensures that the uses of data through reports and queries are accurate.
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Supports business and system re-engineering and architecture development to define future data needs.
- Serves as an organizational consultant on matters relating to databases by providing expertise to assist users in meeting their needs.
- Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree and one year of experience in data analysis, statistics, or a related field, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Library Required Qualifications:
These qualifications are required by the library in addition to the minimum required qualifications of the University listed above.
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy and commitment to ethical data practices
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Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
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Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully as part of a team and effectively present data insights to diverse audiences
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Experience in data collection, cleaning, analysis, interpretation, visualization and reporting of complex and real-world datasets
Preferred Qualifications:
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Working knowledge and experience in libraries or non-profit organizations
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Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI)
- Knowledge of statistical analysis and modeling (e.g., SPSS)
- Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL)
**Please view full job description at https://libraries.emory.edu/about/employment-emory-libraries. **
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details:
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
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