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Job Title : Data Scientist
Salary range : $86,870 - $112,932
Reports in office : Assessment Evaluation & Analytics
The Data Scientist / Senior Research and Data Analyst analyzes data from various databases / sources, performs institutional research activities, and assesses instruction and learning. This position uses proficiency in statistical programming to create meaningful visual representations and detailed reports. The analyst uses research and statistical methodological skills, particularly related to assessment and evaluation, to design projects, track metrics, maintain databases, predict outcomes, and improve educational research by answering challenging questions. In addition, the analyst will be responsible for managing a large longitudinal dataset by combining data from multiple data sources.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA / ASU / NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties and Responsibilities :
- Gathers and analyzes data from various databases and sources, performs statistical and / or mathematical programming.
- Assists in the design and implementation of statistical techniques and computer data systems including establishing coding formats for future scientific research / data collection.
- Generates statistical data for analytical purposes using a variety of scientific software packages; illustrates relationships, develops predictive models; interprets data for institutional projects.
- Models response data from exams, questionnaires, data collection / sampling instruments, or reporting formats.
- Self-motivated, willing and able to take initiative.
- Ability to work both independently and with a team.
- High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
- Strong communication and computer skills.
- Ability to clean, test, and validate messy data.
- Skilled in analyzing and evaluating quantitative and qualitative data.
- Advanced statistical methods (e.g. hierarchical linear modeling, structural equation modeling, factor analysis, cluster analysis, survival analysis, propensity score matching, etc.).
- Advanced data management skills.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis.
- Proficiency in querying data.
- Proficiency in statistical software packages, relational databases, and programming languages (particularly, R, SQL, Python, Excel, SPSS, STATA).
Minimum Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Benefits Eligible : Yes - Full Benefits
Compensation Type :
Salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Compensation Guidance :
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education / training, key skills, and internal equity.
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Salary : $86,870 - $112,932
