Research Assistant

BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY-HAWAII

Laie, HI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Computer Programming, Customer Support/Service, DOMO, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Sets, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Tools, Database Administration, IBM SPSS Statistical Package, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product/Service Launch, R Programming Language, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Statistics Software, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Laie, HI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Students may only have 5 open job applications at a time.

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Job Summary

The Data Visualization Developer supports Institutional Research by managing and analyzing data, creating and updating dashboards, and collaborating with other departments on data issues.

Primary Responsibilities

• Administer surveys, gather and share results, and offer training on survey research methods. • Roll-out and provide support to programs and departments for data visualizations of survey and other data in Domo. • Develop dashboard analytics to specification in Domo using data warehouse as source data. • Use SQL, R, and other technologies for building statistical analysis. • Gather, analyze, and present institutional data for university use and external agencies. • Assist in cleaning datasets, maintaining databases (including understanding database structure), ensuring data accuracy, and proposing solutions for data integrity issues. • Offer technical and statistical assistance for Academic Division initiatives and studies. • Performs other duties as assigned. • Must exemplify the University Honor Code, including the dress and grooming principles and expectations. • Preference will be given to students who can work during academic breaks. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. • An understanding of database structure and data integrity, including the ability to clean and manage datasets. Connecting data sources via various methods. • Familiarity with basic statistical concepts (e.g., descriptive statistics) and software (e.g., R, Excel, SPSS). • Familiarity and experience with survey and data visualization software (e.g., Qualtrics, Domo). • Ability to make meaning of data using appropriate graphs and charts. • Intermediate computer programming. • Strong verbal communication and presentation skills. • Proficient in report writing and interpretation of technical documents. • Ability to start a project and complete it quickly and accurately, work under pressure, and provide excellent customer service.

Education

Lower Division Courses Completed

Work Experience

3 Months of Directly Relevant Experience

Physical Demands

Typical office work environment

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