Data Analyst

Data Analyst

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

College of Science | Purdue University | West Lafayette, Indiana

The College of Science is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Data Analyst to support data-informed decision making across the college. This role serves as a professional contributor, partnering with faculty, staff, and leadership to transform complex information into meaningful insights that support academic, operational, and strategic objectives.

In this position, you will work with faculty, student, and institutional data, developing reports, dashboards, and analytical tools that help stakeholders better understand trends, opportunities, and outcomes. You will also play a key role in supporting the college's research information management system, Elements, by providing training, guidance, and customer support to users across the organization.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of data, technology, and higher education while contributing to initiatives that directly support teaching, research, and student success.

What You'll Do

• Extract, manipulate, validate, analyze, and assess faculty, student, and institutional data from a variety of sources
• Develop reports, dashboards, visualizations, and analytical tools that support operational and strategic decision making
• Identify trends, patterns, and data gaps and provide actionable insights to stakeholders
• Respond to information requests from faculty, staff, leadership, and external partners
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and consistency across reporting and analysis efforts
• Serve as the Customer Success Manager for the Elements platform, providing user support, troubleshooting, training, and guidance
• Develop and maintain documentation and training resources for system users
• Collaborate with the Strategic Data Manager on data-driven projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide guidance and support to student data assistants working on departmental projects
• Build positive working relationships with stakeholders across the College of Science and Purdue University

If you enjoy turning data into insights, supporting users, and contributing to a collaborative academic environment, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.

About Us

Why Join Purdue's College of Science?
The College of Science is committed to advancing discovery, learning, and innovation. As a Data Analyst, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives, collaborate with dedicated faculty and staff, and support data-driven strategies that make a lasting impact on research, education, and student success. This is an exciting time to join the College of Science at Purdue University. The college continues to expand its focus on student success, interdisciplinary research, data governance, and strategic planning. The Data Analyst will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with leaders across the university, and transform complex data into actionable insights that influence decision-making at both the college and institutional levels.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Math, Computer Science, Business, Behavioral and Social Sciences, or closely related field
• Two (2) years of experience in data or computer-related field, business operations, behavioral or social sciences, education, or related experience

Skills Required:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to provide analysis and interpretation of data
• Ability to:
  • communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences including the ability to present findings and maintain process documentation
  • maintain confidentiality with sensitive data
  • prioritize and work independently while managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and quality
• Knowledge of:
  • relational databases, including query writing and/or reporting tools (Cognos and Python preferred)
  • data visualization tools (Tableau preferred)

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Who We Are

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EOE employer.