Data Analyst

Data Analyst

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category:
Laboratory and Research

Type:
Full-Time

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Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Essential Job Duties:
The data analyst conducts research on transportation policy and economic assessments. The topics can include but are not limited to economic impact analysis, benefit-cost analysis, logistics, and other data and policy analyses for airports, ports, ferries, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, highways, and other modes of transportation.

This data analyst position will independently develop and implement economic models, as well as integrate customized datasets; determine key model assumptions, inputs, and outcomes; and engage in quality control efforts.

Research tasks include:

• Selection, transcription, and calibration of economic data for specific client and project needs
• Customization of methodological approaches when necessary
• Tracking of state of the practice in economic impact methods in relation to each transportation mode studied
• Providing recommendations for improvements to economic modeling techniques and data applications
• Managing field data collection efforts while mentoring temporary employees and students
• Contributing to the development and implementation of thorough collection and analysis methodologies
• Analyzing field collection data
• Making recommendations to group managers on adjustments to current research methods
• Contributing to the preparation and delivery of final reports and presentations to clients
• Help to maintain and advance client relationships

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required; or demonstrated comparable independent research productivity or an undergraduate degree and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access (or similar software).
• Proficiency with data visualization software such as ArcGIS, R, or PowerBI
• Must demonstrate a basic understanding of policy and economic analysis concepts.
• Must possess good organizational skills and be detail oriented.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work independently as well as be part of a team.
• Must be able to make presentations utilizing good communication and facilitation skills as the position will be required to give presentations to steering committees on research.
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative and ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three or more years of closely related experience.

Required License or Certification:
N/A

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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