Data Analyst Assistant
Arizona State University Posted on 2022-11-18
| Salary | $35,568 a year |
|---|---|
| Location | Remote in Tempe, AZ |
| Type | Full-time |
Job Description
This is a half-time position (20 hours per week) with benefits.
This position has the option to be « fully remote » which is an arrangement where employees spend 100% of their regular workweek at another location other than an ASU work location. flexible work arrangement policies.
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Essential Duties
- Assists in identifying and compiling sources of quantitative data related to the needs of a particular project; manipulates various electronic forms of data (e.g., Excel) into a single usable format (e.g., SPSS) and submits it to the appropriate parties.
- Assists in prioritizing data acquisition for supported research to ensure timely and secure delivery of data.
- Utilizes statistical methods to clean, organize, integrate multiple data sets; runs preliminary analyses using standard descriptive statistical procedures to identify flaws, errors, inconsistencies, or gaps in the data field within the database.
- Works collaboratively with senior researchers and assists with data archiving and management procedures for datasets utilized; coordinates, cleans, and analyzes data.
- Assists in the review of source data and validates data integrity.
- Creates and maintains databases utilizing various computer programming languages or user-oriented software, such as SPSS or SAS.
- Assists with the preparation, production, and presentation of written reports and data visualization, for use in technical reports, academic journal articles, or PowerPoint presentations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor »s degree in a field related to area of assignment AND one year of related experience; OR, Any equivalency combination of education and or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in using quantitative data management, data analysis, and data visualization skills.
- Experience in working with multiple large data sets.
- Evidence of background and interest in the educational and psychological well-being of children and youth, especially those who are historically marginalized.
- Evidence of a graduate degree in field related to quantitative data analytics and management preferred.
Working Environment
- Work in an office environment
- Communicate to perform essential duties
Department Statement
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation »s fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
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Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and 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, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
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Instructions to Apply
Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.
Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.
Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.
ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.
Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.
IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.
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Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the country’s most innovative school, Arizona State University is where students and faculty work with NASA to develop, advance and lead innovations in space exploration.

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