at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Opening Id: 50491
Department: IPR - Inst for Policy Res
Salary/Grade: EXS/6
Job Summary:
The Center for Neighborhood Engaged Research & Science (CORNERS) at Northwestern University is seeking a Data Analyst (entry-level) to join our growing team. CORNERS conducts rigorous and cutting-edge research into the ways that Neighborhood Science can be used to understand and address gun violence and other pressing social issues. Working closely with our community and civic partners through an engaged research process, we collect and analyze a wide range of data on the complex networks of residents, institutions, and organizations. Learn more about our approach, research projects and findings, and partnerships here: www.cornersresearch.org.
Utilizes multiple quantitative and qualitative datasets from a variety of sources and interprets results using various techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining. Assists in the design, development and implementation of business solutions partnering with clients to identify analytical requirements. Compiles reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods.
The Data Analyst will be a full-time employee of Northwestern University with full benefits. They will work alongside other CORNERS’ team members in our shared office space on the Evanston campus of Northwestern University.
Specific Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning
- Partners with clients to define requirements based on business objectives.
Administration
- Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting.
- Designs and prepares documentation for qu
