- Location
- University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, United States of America
- Type
- Part-time
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
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Closing Date:
Type of Position:
Staff - Clerical
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
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Department:
Razorback Analytic Fellowships
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Razorback Analytics Fellowship provides University of Arkansas students with hands-on, part-time experience in applied data analytics through real-world projects that support University operations. Fellows partner with campus stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into analytics solutions, including interactive dashboards and reports built in Power BI and related tools. They analyze and transform data to support operational and strategic decision-making, and communicate findings through presentations, visualizations, and written summaries. Fellows also contribute to project teams, manage assigned tasks collaboratively, and apply best practices in data quality, documentation, and reporting. The Fellowship is designed to prepare students for careers in data analytics through practical experience, mentorship, and exposure to complex organizational data challenges.
Work Environment
Razorback Analytics Fellows work within the Department of Strategic Data and Process Innovation and collaborate with a variety of campus partners. This is an in-person, part-time position, and Fellows are provided with a designated workstation. Fellows work 10 to 20 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate academic schedules. The Fellowship runs for the full academic year, from September through May, ending at the conclusion of the spring semester.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Current UA junior or senior student enrolled in an analytics-related degree program, such as Data Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, or a similar field, with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Proficient with concepts covered in Calculus I and introductory statistics coursework
- Familiarity with data analysis concepts and techniques such as data representation, retrieval, manipulation, storage, and governance
- Foundational experience with at least one programming language (Python, R, SQL, etc.)
- Strong interest in pursuing a career in data analytics or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of at least one programming focused course with a grade of B or higher, such as DASC 10201, DASC 12004, DASC 16003, CSCE 20004, CSCE 20104, or a similar course
- Completion of at least one analytics focused course with a grade of B or higher, such as DASC 22103, DASC 22003, ISYS 20303, ISYS 31903, or a similar course
- Proficient with concepts covered in Calculus II and/or advanced statistics coursework
- Intermediate experience with one or more programming languages
- Experience with data visualization tools, such as Python/R packages, Tableau, Power BI, or similar
Applicants do not need to meet all preferred qualifications to be competitive. Applications will be reviewed holistically based on preparation, interest, communication skills, and potential for growth.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Critical thinking and analytical skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
List of two Professional References from UA Faculty or Staff, including each reference’s name, title, contact information, and relationship to you. References outside of UA will be considered only if they can speak to experiences relevant to data analytics.
Resume/CV, no more than two pages
Unofficial transcript showing GPA and relevant coursework
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
