Statistical Data Analyst - Princeton, United States - ETS, LLC

Description

Job Description:
About


ETS:

For more than 75 years, we have amplified products and services based rigorous research and our belief in the power of learning.

Driven by our mission to advance quality and equity in education, ETS provides learning solutions, pioneering research and trusted assessments that help guide learners around the world on their path to new possibilities.

Our portfolio of trusted measures include TOEFL, TOEIC, GRE and Praxis .

Along with research, development and innovation that explores new frontiers in learning and measurement our educational measurement solutions and research contribute to the development of new methods and tools, inform important dialogue with education policymakers, and shed light on critical issues and potential solutions - all with the aim of creating a world where all learners can improve their lives through education.

With new senior leadership at the helm, ETS aims to continue changing the lives of all learners as we expand our organization's global footprint.

Our goal is to remain at the forefront of assessment and measurement efficacy within the education and ed tech space as it continues to grow and evolve.

Position Summary

Coordinate, plan, conduct, and manage statistical operations for assigned testing programs and projects, to include developing and managing procedures, processes, and work schedules.

Basic Functions And Responsibilities

Technical and Programming Expertise

Perform statistical analysis and data processing tasks that require an understanding of statistics and measurement (e.g., multiple regression, reliability, validity) by using ETS proprietary software, Excel, and statistical software packages such as SAS.

Write and design new code or revise existing programs to perform statistical analyses.

Consult with data analysis colleagues to design and implement processes with an emphasis on automation through software programs such as SAS to ensure deliverables are consistently created accurately and efficiently.

Assist in the implementation and support of new systems for processing statistical data to improve the functional capabilities within our area.

Create, modify, and validate critical components of statistical procedures and reports, score reporting, and technical documentation for internal or external clients.

Quality and Process Improvement

Participate in activities to proactively work toward shorter cycle time and reduced costs, greater customer satisfaction, and quality maintenance. Suggest areas in which greater efficiencies might be obtained and partner with higher-level staff to implement relevant changes.
Identify and help resolve data-related problems and evaluate reasonableness based on specialized program and technical knowledge. Exercise sound judgment and knowledge of standard operating procedures when performing quality control of complex statistical operations.

In compliance with ISO 9001 standards, utilize best practices and suggest improvements to established procedures when necessary to achieve 100% quality in all work products.

Project and Resource Management

Participates in and may coordinate requests for data and data interpretation for internal staff and external clients. In collaboration with psychometricians, provide statistical analysis support and prepare tables and graphics for research reports and special studies.
Manage competing priorities and adhere to strict deadlines even in light of unexpected challenges and schedule changes. Commit to meeting all service level agreements and client obligations.

Maintain confidentiality and follow or create appropriate safeguards for test information including answer keys and test design as well as test takers personal information and test performance.

Training/Mentoring

Assist with area-wide staff training and development initiatives through one-on-one mentoring and small group training exercises.


Required Experience:
Education And Experience Requirements

Statistical Data Analyst

A Bachelors degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Psychology, or a closely related field is required.
Six months of experience in performing data analysis using statistical computing environments and tools (e.g. SAS, R, SPSS, Python) is required. Coursework in statistics and computer sciences is highly desirable. Experience with Microsoft Word sufficient to create text and tables for memos and reports is required.

Experience with Microsoft Excel in performing basic data entry, efficiently organizing data and information, and analyzing and displaying data is required.

Senior Statistical Data Analyst

A Bachelors degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Psychology, or a closely related field is required.
Two years of experience in managing and coordinating statistical analysis and data processing operations and in performing data analysis by utilizing various types of statistical software packages or programming languages (e.g. SAS, SPSS, or R) is required. Basic or intermediate-level proficiency with Microsoft Word sufficient to create text and tables for memos and reports is required.

Basic or intermediate-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel in performing basic data entry, creating and utilizing formulas, efficiently organizing data and information, and analyzing and displaying data is required.

Lead Statistical Data Analyst

A Masters degree in Educational Measurement, Statistics, Mathematics, Psychology, or a closely related field is required.
Four years of experience in managing and coordinating statistical analysis and data processing operations and in performing data analysis by utilizing various types of statistical software packages or programming languages (e.g. SAS, SPSS, or R) is required. Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word sufficient to create text and tables for memos and reports is required.

Intermediate-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel in performing data entry, creating and utilizing formulas, efficiently organizing data and information, and analyzing and displaying data is required.

ETS believes in a Total Rewards philosophy for our employees, and they include:

Health, Vision, Dental insurance plans to choose from
Generous continuous learning support, from individual learning grants to up to 6 classes a year for tuition reimbursement as well as on-line learning access
Generous PTO and vacation time to balance your work and life
Additional 8 hours of PTO for volunteer work
Retirement plan (401(a)) and traditional Roth (403b) with company contribution
Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance, 1 year subscription to Calm App

ETS is mission driven and action oriented

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is at the forefront of the ETS employee's daily work.

To further foster an inclusive environment ETS is home to a wide variety of Affinity groups that celebrate the diversity of our talented employees.

How about cultivating growth, innovation, and continuous transformation for the next generation of rising professionals as leaders? ETS offers multiple Business Resource Groups (BRG) for you

Are you passionate about volunteering and being active in your career and community? ETS offers our Center for Advocacy & Philanthropy (CAAP) where we encourage ETS employees to become active volunteers in their communities and schools through the ETS Cares Giving Campaign.

Our employees can support any 501c3 or eligible charity of their choice.

ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer comprised of people with different experiences, strengths, and backgrounds who share a passion for advancing quality and equity in education.

We are dedicated to building teams that reflect the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of those we serve. The Talent Acquisition team strives to ensure candidates enjoy a fair and equitable hiring process. We believe our differences empower us to be a better team, making better decisions and delivering better results.


Keyword:
Statistical Data Analyst

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