Job Summary

The College of Science Office of Data Management is looking to hire multiple positions of Data Assistants to begin mid-September and continue through the academic year (AY) 2024-25. With the possibility to continue through AY 2025-26. During the Summer this position is available with in-person, hybrid, or remote options for 10-20 hours per week. During the academic year the position is hybrid with at least five hours in office between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM Monday through Friday with an additional 2-5 hours of remote work (for a total of 7-10 hours per week).

This position will be part of a team of data assistants, working to support the Strategic Data Manager by creating, updating, and modifying administrative reports and dashboards; validating records and reports; collecting and formatting data; and documenting reporting and analysis processes.

We are looking for someone who meets the following criteria:

• Solid logical reasoning and analytical skills

• Detail-oriented, meticulous, and accurate

• Ability to maintain security of sensitive data

• Ability to learn new technologies quickly

• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, especially in Excel

Desired but not required criteria:

• Experience in R/R Studio and/or Python for data cleaning and transformation

• Familiar with Purdue’s undergraduate science programs

• Working knowledge of Tableau or experience in data visualization or a desire to learn

• Preference will be given to candidates with availability to continue into academic year

2025-26.

This is a part-time position working as needed 7-10 hours per week during the academic year with flexibility on when the hours are worked. Starting salary is $13 per hour.

EOE - AA

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.