Data Visualization & Business Intelligence Analyst

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Visualization and Business Intelligence Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating compelling and insightful data visualizations using Tableau, as well as leveraging advanced SQL capabilities to prepare, analyze, and uncover actionable business insights from complex data.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings
  
  
  

Responsibilities*

• Design and build interactive, visually-engaging dashboards and reports using Tableau
• Create and maintain enterprise-level Tableau dashboards and workbooks
• Develop custom calculations, parameters, and advanced visualizations in Tableau
• Implement Tableau best practices for optimal dashboard performance and user experience
• Write complex SQL queries to support data visualization needs
• Perform data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand reporting needs and deliver impactful data products
• Provide training and support to end-users on Tableau and data analysis best practices
• Translate data insights into clear, actionable recommendations for business stakeholders
  
  
  

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, or Business Analytics
• 5 years of experience
• 3 years of experience with Tableau, including
• Creating and maintaining interactive dashboards
• Developing calculated fields and parameters
• Understanding of LOD expressions and table calculations
• Experience with Tableau Server/Online administration
• Exceptional SQL skills, including the ability to write complex, optimized queries
• Strong understanding of data modeling and dimensional design principles
• Experience in dashboard design and data visualization best practices
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Effective communication and presentation skills
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications*

• Tableau Desktop Certified Professional certification
• Understanding of data warehousing concepts and architectures
• Familiarity with Python or R for advanced data manipulation and analysis
• Experience translating data insights into actionable business recommendations
• Understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metrics
• Experience with version control and documentation practices
  
  
  

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.