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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Analyst - **Company:** Louisiana State University - **Location:** Alexandria, LA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Software Documentation, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Governance, Data Systems, Relational Databases, R (Programming Language), SPSS (Software), Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, Power BI, SAS (Software), Tableau (Software), Information Technology, Data Management, Programming Languages - **Published:** July 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU/job/LSU---Alexandria/Data-Analyst_R00117416 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Decision Science/Analytics, Business Administration, Applied Statistics, or a related field, or a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a database or systems analyst related field, preferably in higher education. Candidates with 3-5 years of experience in Institutional Research in higher education are strongly encouraged to apply. * Excellent understanding of coding methods and best practices. * Extensive experience in data analysis using tools such as R, SPSS, SAS, Tableau, PowerBI, and/or other similar data tools is required. * Extensive knowledge and experience in programming and scripting languages such as: Microsoft SQL, Python, and/or other similar languages is required. * Ability to design, develop, and manage relational database systems. * Knowledge and experience with ERP, SIS, and CRM system programming and reporting preferred. * Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws. * Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. * Highly self-motivated and directed. * Extreme attention to detail is required. * Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment., Communication, Customer-Focused, Data Accuracy, Detail-Oriented, IT Quality Assurance, Policy Knowledge, Time Management, Troubleshooting ## Description PURPOSE: Responsible for supporting official university reporting. This includes understanding and analyzing university data to produce required reports as well as providing data, trends and analyses to university stakeholders., * Provide accurate data and reports to university departments as needed to enhance student success and operational efficiency across academic, student support and administrative areas. * Write programming scripts to enhance functionality and/or performance of university applications as necessary. * Work collaboratively with IET Services and other university offices to facilitate strong data governance and ensure the integrity of data in the university's data systems. * Develop and maintain technical documentation (e.g. data definitions, code documentation, standard operating procedures, etc) for data, reports and projects. * Coordinate the completion of required state and federal data reports, including but not limited to submissions to the Louisiana Board of Regents, National Student Clearinghouse, and IPEDS. * Respond to internal and external ad hoc requests for university data. * Support data needs for ongoing assessment, program review, strategic planning, accreditation and related activities. * Research, analyze, and interpret university data and trends to support data-driven decision-making across university stakeholders. * Develop dashboards and other online data tools to enhance data accessibility across university stakeholders., OFFICE HOURS: Eight (8) hours per day, Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. 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