Data Analyst, Irw

American University

Washington, DC, US
Base: $26.47 - $27.55 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Fully onsite
Data collection and cleaning
Data management and analysis
Data visualization
American University is seeking a temporary Data Analyst for its Investigative Reporting Workshop (IRW) in Washington, DC. The role focuses on data collection, cleaning, analysis, and visualization for data-driven journalism projects, requiring collaboration with journalists and staff

Job Summary

  • The Data Analyst handles daily data work for the various data-driven journalism projects within the Investigative Reporting Workshop (IRW), assisting with data collection, cleaning, management, analysis, and visualization.
  • This temporary summer position involves contributing to data-driven investigative reports, including a major project analyzing state health data and creating visualizations, and interacting with high-profile journalists.
  • The role requires proficiency in statistical software (R, Stata) and SQL, familiarity with FOIA and computer-assisted reporting, and strong communication and organizational skills.

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American University is seeking a temporary Data Analyst for its Investigative Reporting Workshop (IRW) in Washington, DC. The role focuses on data collection, cleaning, analysis, and visualization for data-driven journalism projects, requiring collaboration with journalists and staff.

Salary

Base: $26.47 - $27.55 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • data collection and cleaning
  • data management and analysis
  • data visualization
  • SQL and Excel
  • Freedom of Information Act
  • computer-assisted reporting

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative team environment
  • effective communication skills
  • strong problem-solving abilities
  • organizational and time management

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Less than 1 year relevant experience
  • Experience with R, Stata, SQL, and Excel
  • Familiarity with FOIA and computer-assisted reporting

Work Rights

Must work on-site at the university or within DC, Maryland, or Virginia

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