R100093980 Sr. Data Solutions Analyst

Application Procedure:

Apply using https://umiami.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMCareerStaff/job/Coral-Gables-FL/Sr-Data-Solutions-Analyst_R100093980

Job Duties

  • Lead end-to-end analytics initiatives for Provost priorities (e.g., student persistence/retention, time-to-degree, course demand forecasting, classroom utilization, etc.).

  • Build predictive and prescriptive models (e.g., risk scoring, enrollment forecasting, course section optimization) using R/Python; translate outputs into decision-ready visuals in Power BI.

  • Develop advanced semantic models to support executive dashboards and KPI scorecards with robust DAX measures.

  • Developing data products to support enterprise KPI tracking for strategic projects.

  • Lead initiatives to support self service analytics within the office of the provost to enhance operational efficiency.

  • Support IRSA’s goals of sourcing all key data from the data warehouse.

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required

  • Minimum 6 years of relevant experience required

  • Higher Education experience preferred

  • PL-300 – Power BI Data Analyst, Microsoft Fabric certifications, etc.

  • Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

  • Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

  • Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

  • Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

  • Commitment to the University’s core values.

  • Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

  • Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

  • Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

  • Advanced proficiency in:

    • SQL (CTEs, window functions, dynamic SQL, performance optimization).

    • Power BI (data modeling, DAX, RLS, incremental refresh, bookmarks, deployment pipelines).

    • R/Python (tidyverse/scikit-learn, feature engineering, model evaluation, reproducible workflows)

  • Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

  • Strong communication and data storytelling skills; proven ability to interact with senior academic leadership.

  • Experience translating policy and academic priorities into metrics, dashboards, and operational processes.

Institution Description

Benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Application Due Date: 2026-02-15
Job Start Date: 2026-03-29
Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.
City: Coral Gables
State/Province/Region: FL
Institution: University of Miami
Reports To: Geoffrey Koch
Staff # Reporting to Position: 0
Reports In Office: Institutional Research & Strategic Analytics

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