Data Analyst and Evaluation Specialist

Summary

The University of Waterloo is seeking a Data Analyst and Evaluation Specialist for a temporary, full-time contract position within the Student Success Office. This role focuses on maintaining data infrastructure and providing data analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making related to student success initiatives. The specialist will be responsible for sourcing, consolidating, integrating, and analyzing data across various student support services, informing strategic direction and leadership decisions. Key accountabilities include data acquisition and management, adhering to privacy and confidentiality policies, developing Power BI dashboards and reports, and collaborating with various university departments. The position also involves providing strategic direction for evaluation plans, training staff on data utilization, and leading data analytics projects. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least three years of experience in data analysis or research are required, along with proficiency in Python/R, Power BI, SQL, and Excel. Experience in an educational setting and with survey development is strongly preferred.