University of Pittsburgh
Sr Data Analyst
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Hybrid - Pittsburgh, PA
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Full-Time
💰
TBD
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Data Science
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April 21st, 2026
Python
SQL
Tableau
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Pittsburgh is hiring a Senior Data Analyst for its Pitt IT Analytics team. The role involves analyzing complex datasets using tools like SQL, Tableau, Alteryx, and Snowflake to develop reporting solutions and drive data-informed decisions across the organization. The analyst will translate business requirements into actionable data insights and build automated workflows to improve reporting efficiency.
Highlights
- Translate stakeholder analytical needs into actionable data solutions.
- Analyze large datasets with SQL, Tableau, Alteryx, and Snowflake.
- Design and maintain interactive dashboards for performance monitoring.
- Write optimized SQL queries for data extraction and transformation.
- Automate data workflows using Alteryx to enhance reporting and data quality.
- Require 3+ years of data analysis experience and expert SQL proficiency.
- Strong Tableau skills including advanced visualizations and calculated fields.
- Working knowledge of Python, R, or similar for data manipulation.
- Bachelor's degree minimum, with 5 years of experience preferred, combination accepted.
- Comprehensive benefits include employer-matched retirement plan, paid leave, medical coverage, education benefits, student loan assistance, and free transit pass.
Sr Data Analyst Full Description
Job Description - Sr Data Analyst (26002334)
Sr Data Analyst
Pitt IT Analytics - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26002334) We are seeking a Senior Data Analyst to join our team and play a critical role in transforming complex data into actionable insights for our users. This position will leverage analytics tools and platforms to analyze large datasets, develop comprehensive reporting solutions, and drive data-informed decision-making across the organization.
Key responsibilities:
Serve as a bridge between business and technical teams by translating stakeholder analytical needs into actionable requirements and solutions. Skilled at distilling complexity for non-technical audiences and driving clarity around ambiguous or vague requirementAnalyze complex datasets using SQL, Tableau, Alteryx & Snowflake to extract meaningful insights & identify trendsDesign, develop & maintain interactive dashboards & reports in Tableau that enable stakeholders to monitor key performance indicators & make data-driven decisionsWrite efficient, optimized SQL queries to extract, transform & analyze data from multiple sourcesBuild automated data workflows using Alteryx to streamline reporting processes & improve data quality
Job Qualifications
3+ years of professional experience in data analysis or related roleExpert-level proficiency in SQL, including complex queries, joins, subqueries, window functions & query optimizationStrong experience with Tableau (or similar) for dashboard & report development, including calculated fields, parameters & advanced visualizationsWorking knowledge of Python, R, or similar programming languages for data manipulation & analysisStrong knowledge of data manipulation, cleaning & wrangling techniques
Applicants should include salary requirements in cover letter.
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Pitt Digital provides innovative services to support teaching, learning, research, and administrative functions at the University. We are committed to leveraging resources to enhance the experience of students, faculty, and staff; drive the digitization of campus; facilitate community engagement; and accelerate regional impact.
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The University offers a robust retirement savings plan with 100% employer match, 150% after vesting. 11 Paid Holidays. Paid Vac, Sick, Personal. Add'l Winter Recess Paid Time Off. Paid Parental Leave. Above-average Employer Contribution toward Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Life, and more. Education benefits for staff, spouses/ partners, dependents. Student loan assistance. Free transit pass.
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Join the team responsible for strategy, implementation, and maintenance of technology at the University of Pittsburgh—ranked by Forbes among Amazon, CDW, Cisco Systems, Google, LinkedIn, and Microsoft as one of “America’s Best Large Employers.”
Job Summary
Evaluates business requirements and performs advanced data integration and analysis. Develops advanced analytical and reporting tools utilizing multiple sources of integrated data. Provides technical support.
Essential Functions Must have the ability to work with PC equipment and related hardware/software and telephony video-conferencing systems. Must have good written and verbal communication skills, as well as, analytical, organizational, planning, and strong leadership skills. Must have a proficient knowledge of IT.
Physical Effort Generally sedentary desk work with computer-keyboardvideo phone other than traveling to other buildings on campus for meetings/events on occasion. Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Data Analyst III
Job Family Information Technology
Job Sub-Family Analytics
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 5Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule M-F bus hrs EST. On occasion, some evening and weekend work may be necessary depending on business load, project timeline requirements, urgent support, or scheduled downtime changes. May be responsible for manning an escalation/on-call phone number.
Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Cover Letter
Sr Data Analyst
Pitt IT Analytics - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26002334) We are seeking a Senior Data Analyst to join our team and play a critical role in transforming complex data into actionable insights for our users. This position will leverage analytics tools and platforms to analyze large datasets, develop comprehensive reporting solutions, and drive data-informed decision-making across the organization.
Key responsibilities:
Serve as a bridge between business and technical teams by translating stakeholder analytical needs into actionable requirements and solutions. Skilled at distilling complexity for non-technical audiences and driving clarity around ambiguous or vague requirementAnalyze complex datasets using SQL, Tableau, Alteryx & Snowflake to extract meaningful insights & identify trendsDesign, develop & maintain interactive dashboards & reports in Tableau that enable stakeholders to monitor key performance indicators & make data-driven decisionsWrite efficient, optimized SQL queries to extract, transform & analyze data from multiple sourcesBuild automated data workflows using Alteryx to streamline reporting processes & improve data quality
Job Qualifications
3+ years of professional experience in data analysis or related roleExpert-level proficiency in SQL, including complex queries, joins, subqueries, window functions & query optimizationStrong experience with Tableau (or similar) for dashboard & report development, including calculated fields, parameters & advanced visualizationsWorking knowledge of Python, R, or similar programming languages for data manipulation & analysisStrong knowledge of data manipulation, cleaning & wrangling techniques
Applicants should include salary requirements in cover letter.
-------------------
Pitt Digital provides innovative services to support teaching, learning, research, and administrative functions at the University. We are committed to leveraging resources to enhance the experience of students, faculty, and staff; drive the digitization of campus; facilitate community engagement; and accelerate regional impact.
-------------------
The University offers a robust retirement savings plan with 100% employer match, 150% after vesting. 11 Paid Holidays. Paid Vac, Sick, Personal. Add'l Winter Recess Paid Time Off. Paid Parental Leave. Above-average Employer Contribution toward Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Life, and more. Education benefits for staff, spouses/ partners, dependents. Student loan assistance. Free transit pass.
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Join the team responsible for strategy, implementation, and maintenance of technology at the University of Pittsburgh—ranked by Forbes among Amazon, CDW, Cisco Systems, Google, LinkedIn, and Microsoft as one of “America’s Best Large Employers.”
Job Summary
Evaluates business requirements and performs advanced data integration and analysis. Develops advanced analytical and reporting tools utilizing multiple sources of integrated data. Provides technical support.
Essential Functions Must have the ability to work with PC equipment and related hardware/software and telephony video-conferencing systems. Must have good written and verbal communication skills, as well as, analytical, organizational, planning, and strong leadership skills. Must have a proficient knowledge of IT.
Physical Effort Generally sedentary desk work with computer-keyboardvideo phone other than traveling to other buildings on campus for meetings/events on occasion. Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Data Analyst III
Job Family Information Technology
Job Sub-Family Analytics
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 5Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule M-F bus hrs EST. On occasion, some evening and weekend work may be necessary depending on business load, project timeline requirements, urgent support, or scheduled downtime changes. May be responsible for manning an escalation/on-call phone number.
Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Cover Letter
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