Data Analyst, Full-Time, Term

Job Description

Please note: This is a full-time, term position

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa accommodations are not an option.

This is a full-time, term position that can be performed primarily via an alternative work arrangement (i.e., remote work) during regular business hours.

The hiring process will include an assignment. Required Equipment and Software: N/A

The Data Analyst position involves work on a federally funded grant at the IRIS Center. The IRIS Center develops and disseminates engaging, interactive online resources about evidence-based practices to help teachers improve the education and behavior outcomes for all students, particularly struggling learners, and those with disabilities. Data is collected on all aspects of the center’s web analytics (i.e., using Google Analytics), dissemination, technical assistance, and training activities. The ideal candidate will be skilled in all aspects of data analytics, including collecting data, monitoring trends, and transforming and reporting data via reports that demonstrate achievement, progress, and growth, as required by the center’s funding agency.

About The Work Unit

Ranked as the #1 Special Education Program in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for well over two decades, the Department of Special Education has long been a leader both in research and practice.

Located within the Department of Special Education and supported by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), the IRIS Center is a small group of incredibly dedicated and talented employees who work closely together to provide resources that are accessed on our barrier-free website over 4 million times per year.

The IRIS Center develops and disseminates free, engaging online resources about evidence-based instructional and behavioral practices to support the education of all students, particularly struggling learners, and those with disabilities. These resources, designed to bridge the research-to-practice gap, are intended for use in college teacher preparation programs, in professional development (PD) activities for practicing professionals, and by independent learners. The array of IRIS resources includes modules, case studies, information briefs, course/PD activities, a high-leverage practices alignment tool, and an online glossary of disability-related terms as well as supporting products to enhance their use in coursework and PD activities. All these resources are hosted for free on the center’s barrier-free website.

Duties And Responsibilities

Develop consumer surveys that align with funding-related requirements and the center’s evaluation plan

Set up Google Analytics functions that report relevant data in easily accessible formats

Gather and collect information and data (e.g., from IRIS consumers, Google Analytics)

Monitor data quality and remove corrupt data

Perform statistical analysis of data

Organize and transform information into comprehensible graphs and reports according to center- and grant-required deadlines (e.g., quarterly reports)

Identify and communicate anomalies and trends in data patterns through analysis of current and historical data

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility and reports administratively and functionally to the administrative manager.

Qualifications

Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree in a business, computer science, mathematics, or statistics field and two years of relevant experience OR at least five years of relevant experience to replace educational requirements

• Strong Excel skills, with aptitude for learning other analytics tools
• Experience with Google Analytics 4 interface (coding, creating custom reports, validating data, exporting, and compiling data files into analysis-ready formats, etc.)
• Experience in REDCap, Qualtrics, or related web-based survey platform
• Knowledge of different types of data (binary, categorical, ordinal, and continuous)
• Knowledge of analytic techniques (frequency distribution versus Measures of Central Tendencies)
• Experience collecting, evaluating, and reporting data
• Technical writing experience in relevant areas, including queries and reports
• Experience with data visualization techniques
• Experience in data coding, recoding, and cleaning
  
  
  

Preferred Experience And Skills

In addition to those listed under “Required Experience and Skills,” preference will be given to candidates who also possess the following:

Experience on federally funded grants

Characteristics:

In addition, candidates should possess the following characteristics:

• Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and complete within deadlines
• Ability to ask insightful questions to ensure content accuracy
• Ability to give and take constructive feedback in a positive, professional manner and perform multiple revisions
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact fluidly with the diverse individuals and organizations connected with the center
• Ability to adjust flexibly to changes in priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Willingness to jump in wherever needed with a solutions-focused mindset
  
  
  

Background Checks

Please note: All candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.

About Us

Vanderbilt is a community of talented and diverse staff & faculty!

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville , Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice through:

• Working and growing together as a community of communities... we are One Vanderbilt.
• Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their authentic and best self, while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
• Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow regardless of title or position.
  
  
  

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University has made the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University may require employees to comply with any testing or health and safety measures which the University may require.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.