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# Data and Systems Specialist

- **Company:** Cornell University
- **Location:** Ithaca, NY, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $65,998.0 - $76,710.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Big Data, Data Cleansing, Data Security, Microsoft Office, Pivot Tables, Power BI, Tableau (Software), Reliability of Systems, Data Analytics, Data Management, Tools for Reporting
- **Published:** August 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CornellCareerPage/job/Ithaca-Main-Campus/Data-and-Systems-Specialist_WDR-00060961-1

## About the Role

* Demonstrated ability to perform somewhat complex analysis to understand as well as interpret process or data needs and make appropriate recommendations for action
 * Possess a strong attention for detail, excellent organizational and time management skills, as well a proactive approach in order to manage multiple, competing priorities/projects
 * Thrive in a collaborative and complex workplace, utilizing strong stakeholder relationship building skills as well as consensus-building skills in order to establish effective working relationship with multiple diverse teams or work groups.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others., * Bachelor's Degree required with up to 2 years of related experience in managing data, data analytics, operations or an equivalent combination of experience and education is also acceptable

 * Intermediate knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables and working with large datasets
 * Fluency in standard software including Microsoft Office suite, reporting applications, data cleaning and analysis
 * Familiarity with Tableau or Power BI
 * Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information, display sound judgement and ethics
 * Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
 * Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Master's degree in a related field: data analytics, data management, etc.
 * Data analysis experience in a higher education setting

## Description

This role serves as a Data and Systems Specialist within the Career Network, supporting both technical infrastructure and analytical needs. This position manages critical career technologies/platforms, oversees user access and onboarding processes in Handshake, and ensures system reliability across the Network. As a data leader, this individual will help drive high-quality data collection, governance, reporting, and analysis across multiple platforms-ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to data security and confidentiality standards.


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