Temporary Data Analyst

Job Description

The School of Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time Temporary Data Analyst to join their team. (20 hours per week. The pay range is $3,125 - $3,416 per month.)

The Temporary Data Analyst provides a variety of operational reports for the School of Medicine. This role will be tasked with understanding and completing reporting requests based on provided requirements for stakeholders including medical students, faculty leaders (block/thread/theme/clerkship directors, College heads, etc.), and deans and staff in Academic Affairs and Rural & Regional Affairs.

This position requires a functional understanding of best practices in data querying, documentation, and security to ensure quality and security of reports. You must have the ability to effectively communicate amongst direct leadership, other team members, partner departments, and UW School of Medicine staff and students.

The Data Analyst directly contributes to the ability of medical students, faculty, and administrators to apply educational data to the improvement of student and institutional outcomes. The position is responsible for meeting operations needs for improved integration and presentation of educational data.

This position is expected to last through January 9, though may be extended depending on business needs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting Request and Data Services:

• Utilize SQL and Excel to produce reports and analyze the results, providing insight to stakeholders.
• Respond to ongoing ad hoc reporting requests, including summary documentation on sources used and definitions applied to included fields.
• Work closely with Data Services team to understand information needs and objectives, provide solutions, and suggest actionable data in a resource-efficient manner.

Data Services Unit Support:

• Track, assign and escalate support tickets to the appropriate team member.
• Track data issues in auditing tools and resolve issues. Escalate more complex issues to appropriate team member to establish next steps.

Data Qualify Testing and Other Duties:

• Review data sets for accuracy, completeness, uniqueness, and quality.
• Test data for discrepancies between Development and Test Environments.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• At least two years of experience as a business analyst, reporting analyst, or other data analysis-related work.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience in SQL and Excel
• Knowledge of data structures and ability to efficiently manipulate/query data.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Highly self-motivated and self-directed, with an ability to bring enthusiasm and energy to a collaborative team environment.

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in the social sciences, math, statistics, or other information technology related field or certification in data or business analytics.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$75,000.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$81,996.00 annual

Other Compensation:

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Benefits:

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Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

50.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at or  

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. 

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