Data Analyst

Department
 

Booth Admissions, MBA Programs: Operations

About the Department
 

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges. Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment. Chicago Booth is proud to claim: -an unmatched faculty. -degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents. -a global body of nearly 50,000 accomplished alumni. - strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities. As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment. For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.

Job Summary
 

The Data Analyst is an integral part of Chicago Booth’s MBA Programs unit, serving as the data and business systems expert. In partnership with leadership, they will formulate, define, and scope a data strategy to help drive the short and long-term goals of Booth’s Full-Time, Evening, and Weekend MBA Programs. This individual has lead responsibility for data reporting and data mining, as well as system and reporting requirements, performance analysis, data integrity, and compliance. The Data Analyst works closely with the Operations, Marketing, Events, and Evaluation teams to interpret and enhance the use of data to make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Compiles analytical and statistical reports using CRM (Slate) tools, Adobe Analytics, and Tableau. Reviews information for accuracy, reconciles data on a regular basis, identifies data trends, and makes recommendations across the full-life cycle of application processes.
• Works in consultation with admissions teams to manage data collection in Slate, including volunteer, prospective student, and applicant databases. Integrates relevant external data sources, including Adobe Analytics and/or third-party survey data.
• Plays the lead role in developing dashboards, status reports, and population profiles, as well as ad hoc and year-over-year report analysis. Develops predictive models, provides strategic recommendations, and creates central repository and processes for departmental reporting.
• Creates data reports at the request of the leadership team and Dean’s Office, as needed.
• Serves as an internal consultant for developing queries, reports, and best practices in Slate.
• Develops close working relationships with other Slate/data experts throughout the School to collaborate and lead data initiatives for Chicago Booth.
• Develops and maintains system processes as needed. Manages adoption of relevant technology and platform updates, anticipates issues/challenges, and establishes best-in-class workflows and data infrastructure.
• Incorporates data-driven methods around the collection of qualitative and quantitative data (ie: event evaluations, persona modeling, engagement scoring, journey-mapping, etc.).
• Serves as the MBA Program lead to Data Warehouse, Chicago Booth Tableau, Slate users group.
• Analyzes moderately complex data sets for the purpose of extracting and purposefully using applicable information.
• Provides professional support to staff or faculty members in defining the project and applying principals of data science in manipulation, statistical applications, programming, analysis and modeling.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Coursework in computer science and statistics.

Experience:

• A minimum of one year of related experience in data reporting.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Strong aptitude in the use of Slate.
• Deep knowledge of how technical systems work and connect, as well as innate curiosity for problem solving.
• Proficiency in CRM databases.
• Expertise in SQL and advanced Excel skills.
• Coding fluency in Javascript, XSLT, HTML, and Tableau.

Preferred Competencies

• Exceptional communications skills.
• Professional demeanor, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach to the job.
• Superior organizational skills; ability to handle multiple detailed priorities/projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines with frequent interruptions.
• Proven ability to manage internal working relationships and interact and communicate with discretion, clarity, tact, and courtesy.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
 

Research

Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

Applicant Inquiry Form. <span>Applicant Inquiry Form</span> The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity /Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Department
 

Booth Admissions, MBA Programs: Operations

About the Department
 

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges. Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment. Chicago Booth is proud to claim: -an unmatched faculty. -degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents. -a global body of nearly 50,000 accomplished alumni. - strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities. As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment. For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.

Job Summary
 

The Data Analyst is an integral part of Chicago Booth’s MBA Programs unit, serving as the data and business systems expert. In partnership with leadership, they will formulate, define, and scope a data strategy to help drive the short and long-term goals of Booth’s Full-Time, Evening, and Weekend MBA Programs. This individual has lead responsibility for data reporting and data mining, as well as system and reporting requirements, performance analysis, data integrity, and compliance. The Data Analyst works closely with the Operations, Marketing, Events, and Evaluation teams to interpret and enhance the use of data to make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Compiles analytical and statistical reports using CRM (Slate) tools, Adobe Analytics, and Tableau. Reviews information for accuracy, reconciles data on a regular basis, identifies data trends, and makes recommendations across the full-life cycle of application processes.
• Works in consultation with admissions teams to manage data collection in Slate, including volunteer, prospective student, and applicant databases. Integrates relevant external data sources, including Adobe Analytics and/or third-party survey data.
• Plays the lead role in developing dashboards, status reports, and population profiles, as well as ad hoc and year-over-year report analysis. Develops predictive models, provides strategic recommendations, and creates central repository and processes for departmental reporting.
• Creates data reports at the request of the leadership team and Dean’s Office, as needed.
• Serves as an internal consultant for developing queries, reports, and best practices in Slate.
• Develops close working relationships with other Slate/data experts throughout the School to collaborate and lead data initiatives for Chicago Booth.
• Develops and maintains system processes as needed. Manages adoption of relevant technology and platform updates, anticipates issues/challenges, and establishes best-in-class workflows and data infrastructure.
• Incorporates data-driven methods around the collection of qualitative and quantitative data (ie: event evaluations, persona modeling, engagement scoring, journey-mapping, etc.).
• Serves as the MBA Program lead to Data Warehouse, Chicago Booth Tableau, Slate users group.
• Analyzes moderately complex data sets for the purpose of extracting and purposefully using applicable information.
• Provides professional support to staff or faculty members in defining the project and applying principals of data science in manipulation, statistical applications, programming, analysis and modeling.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

---
Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

---
Certifications:

---

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Coursework in computer science and statistics.

Experience:

• A minimum of one year of related experience in data reporting.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Strong aptitude in the use of Slate.
• Deep knowledge of how technical systems work and connect, as well as innate curiosity for problem solving.
• Proficiency in CRM databases.
• Expertise in SQL and advanced Excel skills.
• Coding fluency in Javascript, XSLT, HTML, and Tableau.

Preferred Competencies

• Exceptional communications skills.
• Professional demeanor, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach to the job.
• Superior organizational skills; ability to handle multiple detailed priorities/projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines with frequent interruptions.
• Proven ability to manage internal working relationships and interact and communicate with discretion, clarity, tact, and courtesy.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
 

Research

Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

Applicant Inquiry Form. <span>Applicant Inquiry Form</span> The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity /Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.