
Senior Data Analyst
Austin, TXJob$90K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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The Senior Data Analyst analyzes large datasets, develops advanced statistical and predictive models, and translates complex business problems into analytical frameworks. The role builds dashboards, integrates clinical and operational data sources, establishes data standards, and advises organizational leaders. It also mentors analysts, evaluates emerging tools, and supports research and strategic initiatives. A bachelor's degree in a specified or related field and at least five years of healthcare analytics or data science experience are required.
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:Strategic Data Analysis and ModelingAnalyzes data using standard statistical tools, methods, and techniques; interprets results to identify significant differences and trends.Leads the design and execution of advanced statistical models and predictive analytics.Translates complex business problems into analytical frameworks.Synthesizes, processes, and analyzes large datasets to uncover actionable insights.Presents findings to senior leadership and governance committees.Data VisualizationDevelops and maintains dashboards and scorecards.Standardizes KPIs and reporting methodologies across departments.Automates enterprise-level reporting processes.Ensures data visualizations are intuitive, accurate, and aligned with strategic goals.Collaborates with IT to optimize reporting infrastructure.Data Integration, Architecture and StandardsDevelops and implements databases, data collection systems, and analytics strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality.Leads integration of disparate data sources including EHR, claims, financial, and operational systems.Assists in defining, developing, and implementing data standards and data quality measures.Conceptualizes, creates, and maintains operational and research data models for visualization and statistical analysis.Establishes and maintains standard work procedures governing the appropriate use of data.Stakeholder Leadership and Consultation Serves as a trusted advisor to clinical and administrative leaders.Consults with internal and external customers, including faculty and staff, to identify user needs and clarify data requirements.Provides guidance and interpretation of complex systems and data.Facilitates data strategy sessions and requirements gathering workshops.Builds consensus around data definitions and usage.Mentorship, Documentation, and InnovationMentors junior and mid-level analysts on technical and professional development.Documents data analysis efforts, including data sources, reporting specifications, tools used, and issue resolutions.Evaluates and pilots emerging analytics tools and methodologies.Researches and stays up-to-date on new technologies and data analysis trends.Leads analytics communities of practice and training sessions.Contributes to scholarly activity Marginal or Periodic Functions:Participates in strategic planning and digital transformation initiatives.Supports grant-funded research and academic collaborations.Represents the organization at industry conferences and professional forums.Leads post-implementation reviews of analytics projects.Contributes to vendor evaluations and procurement of analytics tools.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strategic AgilityAligns analytics with long-term organizational goals.Anticipates data needs for emerging initiatives.Advises leadership on strategic risks and opportunities.Dealing with AmbiguityNavigates unclear or evolving data requirements.Makes sound decisions with incomplete information.Adapts analysis to shifting priorities.InfluenceBuilds consensus around data-driven decisions.Communicates complex findings to diverse audiences.Gains buy-in for analytics initiatives.Technical LearningMasters new analytics tools and platforms.Applies advanced statistical and machine learning techniques.Stays current with industry trends.Innovation ManagementPilots new technologies for data processing, data generation (e.g. Synthetic), and analysisEncourages experimentation and learning.Identifies opportunities for automation and AI.CollaborationLeads cross-functional analytics teams.Shares knowledge and builds analytics capacity.Supports enterprise-wide data initiatives.Minimum Qualifications:Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Public Health, Health Information Management, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field with at least 5 year(s) of experience in healthcare analytics or data science.Skilled in large scale data analysis, data processing and data technology Skilled with one or more industry da a models and standards (e.g. OMOP, FHIR, DICOM)Experience with advanced analytics tools, data visualizations, and cloud data environments (e.g., Azure, Google AWS).Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.Preferred Qualifications:Master's Degree in a quantitative or healthcare-related field with at least 7 year(s) of experience in a complex healthcare environment. Cloud Data Analytics Certification or equivalent cloud-based certification (Azure, Google, AWS)Salary Range$90,000 + depending on qualificationsWorking Conditions:Standard office equipmentRepetitive use of a keyboardMay be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.Required MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
How this job compares
Set against the 4,869 open Data Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$90K/yr
- Texas median$85–144K/yr147 salary ranges
- US median$90–134K/yr3,076 salary ranges
This rate, $90K, is 26% below the Texas median midpoint ($122K) — in the lowest quarter of Data Analyst salary ranges in Texas.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 315 open Data Analyst jobs in Texas and 4,869 across the US. 6% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Texas
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN (this employer)34 open
- SpaceX15 open
- Lockheed Martin13 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Data Analyst postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (3,620 postings).
- Education
- 2,235 of the 4,869 open Data Analyst jobs (46%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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