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Ref: HP609-13
Job description / Role
The Data Analyst provides technical and professional support for the office; demonstrates knowledge of database systems and has experience with or transferable skills in institutional research activities that include data retrieval, data analysis, and data management; develops reports and visual representations; develops and/or maintains databases; and is responsible for retrieving and presenting meaningful data to relevant constituents to meet their needs and objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform institutional data and statistical analysis utilizing a variety of statistical software packages to aggregate data, and prepare standard and/or ad hoc reports in appropriate formats.
Develop, document, and maintain optimized SQL based code across several database management systems.
Design and implement ETL mappings using Oracle Warehouse Builder and build BI projects, packages, and reports using Cognos BI.
Collect requests and project requirements, guide constituents to determine the most appropriate analytical methodology needed, and report and document the processes and outcomes.
Assist in the development of annual institutional and departmental reports and publications that include the Fact Book and Facts & Figures Brochure, semester reports, government requests and other annual reporting requirements.
Coordinate with other departments to assist in the implementation of various institutional research activities, surveys, evaluations and subsequent results.
Work as a member of a team and serve as a resource on university committees as needed; and further train and direct others work as required.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics or a related field.
English Fluency- Required; Arabic Fluency - Preferred
Experience:
Two years or more of related experience.
Experience with relational databases, data extraction, and data warehousing.
Skills:
Ability to work with different types of data files, large datasets, and relational databases.
Knowledge of statistical packages (SPSS/SAS /R) and associated scripting/programming languages.
Develop, document, and maintain SQL based code for data analysis and data extract.
Previous knowledge in Banner Suite and business intelligence and visualization tools such as Cognos BI, Hyperion, and Tableau; including knowledge of at least one ETL tool is preferred.
Strong understanding of database design, theories, principles, and practices.
About the Company
The American University of Kuwait (AUK) is an independent, private, equal opportunity, and co-educational liberal arts institution of higher education. The educational, cultural, and administrative structure, methods and standards of AUK are based on the American model of higher learning. The language of instruction is English.
Established by Amiri Decree 139 in 2003, AUK was accredited in 2006 and re-accredited in 2008, by the Council for Private Universities, Ministry of Higher Education - State of Kuwait.
AUK offers students a quality education based on an American college model. The faculty, administration, and staff work hard to create a caring environment where every aspect of student's development gets attention and support. The course of study is designed to prepare students for the contemporary world where critical thinking, communication skills, and life-long learning have become imperative. The Liberal Arts education fulfills student's educational goals and requires rigorous effort in the Major discipline (field of study); it also brings the rewards of a broad general education useful in their future career, whatever field they choose.