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Mississippi State University

Data Analyst (Research)

🇺🇸 Starkville, MS

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Other

🗓️ June 27th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

Mississippi State University is hiring a Data Analyst (Research). The role involves conducting research and data analysis in the fields of workforce, education, and economic development, including producing reports and other research materials. The analyst leads data collection, performs quantitative and qualitative analyses, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, and communicates findings to diverse audiences.

Highlights

  • Lead and support research activities such as data collection, statistical analysis, and database management for applied social science projects.
  • Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis including survey design and focus group synthesis.
  • Collaborate on research design and policy analysis with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Write technical reports, policy briefs, executive summaries, and peer-reviewed materials.
  • Design and deliver presentations and data narratives to disseminate results.
  • Contribute to project management including timeline development and task coordination.
  • Proficiency with statistical software (e.g., SAS or Python) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
  • Minimum qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Sociology or closely related field with one year experience; preferred: Master's Degree with three years experience.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with technical and non-technical audiences and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Salary Grade 13 under staff compensation structure; specific salary determined by hiring department.