University of Colorado · 12 hours ago
Senior Insights & Visualization Analyst
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$69K/yr - $87K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Senior Insights & Visualization Analyst to transform complex institutional data into actionable insights for leaders across the university. This role involves building interactive dashboards, crafting data narratives, and performing in-depth data analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Build interactive dashboards and insight-focused products in Power BI and/or Tableau that support strategic planning and executive decision-making
Craft clear data stories that highlight context, trends, and implications for senior leaders
Write complex SQL queries across enterprise data systems such as Oracle, MS SQL Server, and Snowflake, including tasks like joining large relational tables, building analytical queries (window functions, CTEs, subqueries), optimizing slow queries, and validating results for accuracy
Work across diverse institutional content areas—including student and course records, HR, finance, and budget data—to integrate information, ensure consistency, and support cross-functional analysis
Partner with stakeholders to interpret analytical findings, promote data literacy, and refine metrics or definitions
Integrate and reconcile data across systems; recommend improvements to data quality, consistency, and governance
Document logic, methodology, and data lineage for dashboards and recurring reporting
Troubleshoot and resolve complex data issues to ensure accuracy and reliability of delivered information
Gather business requirements and translate them into effective data solutions aligned with institutional systems
Continuously learn new tools, methods, and best practices for presenting information clearly and creatively
Use Python or related tools to support data preparation or automation when beneficial
Perform ad-hoc analysis as requested
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience in a relevant subject area, such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or Data Science. Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis
At least (2) years of relevant experience creating dashboards or analytical reports in a multi-system environment
Experience using BI tools such as Power BI and/or Tableau to develop data products used in organizational reporting or decision-making
Advanced SQL skills, including writing complex queries, joins, and logic to shape and validate data
Strong ability to tell stories with data, connecting analysis to real-world implications and decisions
High level of creativity with a strong sense of design, user experience, and formatting precision
Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau, SQL, and Python
Proficiency in statistical concepts and methodologies
Ability to present and summarize information clearly using charts, dashboards, narratives, and other data products
Advanced analytical thinking and the ability to synthesize information from multiple data sources
Attention to detail and a strong commitment to data integrity
Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with partners of varying technical backgrounds
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently on complex tasks
Ability to quickly learn new tools, systems, and conceptual frameworks
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree and/or equivalent experience in a relevant subject area, such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or Data Science
Experience working with enterprise systems such as PeopleSoft, Campus Solutions, Salesforce, or data warehouse environments
Experience with Python, R, SAS, SPSS or similar tools
Benefits
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 15/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
Company
University of Colorado
University of Colorado offers higher education and serving as the catalysts in business, arts, health, and community growth.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
US Department of Energy"US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation"
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-26Grant
2021-04-06Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Richard Schulick
Professor and Chair of Surgery
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