Graduate Assistant - Data and Analytics Assistant

East Carolina University - Greenville, NC

Full-time - Intern

Greenville, NC

Educational Services

About the position

The Graduate Assistant - Data and Analytics Assistant position at ECU's Office of Innovation and Engagement is designed for graduate students who wish to apply their analytical skills to real-world projects. This role supports the university's mission of fostering innovation and community engagement through data analysis and collaboration with faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Learn key objectives associated with advancing the research, engagement, and innovation enterprise of the university.
• Assist with data analysis initiatives, including data collection, processing, and interpretation for various projects.
• Help develop and implement analytical frameworks to evaluate program effectiveness and impact.
• Create detailed reports and presentations to communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Mentor undergraduate students in data analysis techniques and project methodologies.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify data-driven solutions for university challenges.
• Meet with faculty to understand research, engagement, and innovation priorities.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Data Science, Analytics, Business, or a STEM related field.
• Proficient in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, R, Python, SQL, or Tableau).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex data concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience working in collaborative work environments.
• Interest in using data and artificial intelligence to inform decision making.

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain practical experience in data analysis and analytics.
• Mentorship from faculty and staff.
• Networking opportunities within the university.