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*****INTERNAL POSTING UP UNTIL 10/21/2022*****

Essential Functions and Responsibilities - List of significant responsibilities and essential duties that must be completed in order to achieve the objectives of the position
Analyzes and interprets diverse sets of educational data using a variety of statistical methods
Uses SQL, Python, R, or Scala to clean, manipulate, and transform data for analysis
Reports, explains, and presents statistical analyses using graphs, charts, and tables
Applies understanding of learning science to develop methods for measuring student learning and engagement
Uses understanding of data collection to design and implement new methods of measurement
Stays informed of emerging trends in learning science, learning analytics, and data science
Clearly communicates with users to assess needs and requirements for data products
Designs and maintains Tableau dashboards
Pitches value of potential data products using functioning proofs-of-concept
Assists in the design & development of metrics evaluating learning & quality.
Works with cross-functional teams to provide valuable data-informed insights on trends of performance and associated metrics

Required Education and Experience - Minimum education and/or prior experience qualifications, required certifications, etc.
Bachelor’s degree in learning science, data analytics, behavioral or cognitive psychology, statistics, or a closely related field (Master’s strongly preferred)
2+ years of experience in data analysis and visualization
1+ years building dynamic, interactive dashboards
1+ years working with relational databases


Required Skills - Required proficiencies, specialized knowledge, technology skills, etc.
Strong written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain the significance of data and trends to stakeholders
Ability to manage tasks independently while working in a team environment
Ability to use SAS, R, or Python to run multivariate and other statistical analyses
Ability to create data dashboards and visuals using a tool like Tableau
Ability to create datasets for analysis & reporting using SQL, Python, R, or Scala.
Ability to explain analysis results to non-technical audience
Ability to manage multiple ongoing data projects
Ability to work in a Jupyter/Databricks environment


Preferred Qualifications - bi-lingual, preferred certifications, preferred field of study, etc.
Experience with (multiline) JSON files.

Special Requirements - Travel requirements, ability to work nights/weekends, etc.
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Competencies Required - Communication, Teamwork, problem solving, etc.
Problem Solving Skills: Investigates appropriate resources and involves partners when appropriate; future-oriented; assesses what will help/hinder achieving goals; focuses on what is important.

Interpersonal Skills: Deals with others in a considerate, respectful, and unbiased manner; approaches conflict proactively; solicits and shares feedback openly; listens with empathy and maintains composure.

Accuracy: Draws on factual information garnered from careful cultivation of a broad knowledge of WGU’s goals and processes; investigates beyond assumptions.

Adaptability: Course corrects behaviors and communication style to meet the needs of a wide range of situations; tackles obstacles appropriately; is comfortable with ambiguity.

Reliability: Accountable to others; does what it takes to get the job done; actions are consistent with words; follows through on commitments; exhibits exceptional integrity.

Attitude: Displays commitment to the organization and to personal growth; self-motivated and able to motivate and inspire others; asserts self appropriately to champion ideas; tells the truth in a direct and constructive manner.

Initiative: Self-directs with a strong bias for action; leads the way in improvement of performance or processes; displays keen interest in students and organization.

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