Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Reach University is an institution focused on data-informed decision making, and they are seeking a Data Scientist to support this initiative. The Data Scientist will transform and combine information from various systems to generate actionable insights and visualizations, collaborating closely with multiple departments to meet data needs.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with IT to document the flow of Institutional Research-relevant data throughout the ecosystem (SIS: Sonis, CRM: Element451, LMS: Canvas)
- Produce datasets needed to make informed decisions and to create visualizations
- Collaborate with the Data Engineer to automate data flows where possible
- Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) and identify key performance indicators across datasets
- Communicate results through reports, visualizations, and presentations accessible to non-technical audiences
- Work with departments on standardize data across systems
- Validate data coming into ETL pipelines for accuracy
- Provide data quality training to those inputting data into systems as necessary
- Works closely with IT, the Office of the Registrar, Admissions, Growth and Employer Success, the Office of the President, the Office of Continuous Improvement
- May support or guide the Institutional Research Assistant
- Participates in daily stand ups, weekly team meetings, planning sessions, and project check-ins
Skills
- BA or higher in Data Science, Economics, or related field
- 3-5 years of experience in applied analytics or institutional research
- Strong proficiency in Python (e.g., pandas, scikit-learn, tidyverse)
- Experience with BI tools (Domo, Tableau, or Power BI)
- Familiarity with ETL workflows and SQL-based querying
- Excellent analytical, communication, and storytelling skills
- Curiosity - we learn rapidly and eagerly
- Ability to work effectively on multiple concurrent projects
- Experience in higher education, labor market, or workforce analytics
Benefits
- Health Insurance: We provide medical, vision, and dental insurance plans to ensure you and your family are well-covered, plus additional wellness programs.
- Flexible Time Off: We offer a Flexible Time Off policy, empowering you to take the time you need when you need it, without the constraints of a traditional vacation policy.
- Flexible Remote-Only Workplace: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere with our flexible remote-only work environment, fostering a balance of workload and rest.
- Professional Development Support: We are committed to your growth and development, offering support for professional development opportunities to help you advance in your career.
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