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Job Posting Title:
Business Analyst 1 / 2
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM COB - GP - HS - BA (Michael Thomas Allen (00057735))
Work Location:
0100 Campus Federal Credit Union
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Bachelor’s
Specific Degree: Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or related field
Degree Substitute: LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply-a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Educations Level: Master’s
Specific Degree: Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field.
Years of Experience: 1+
Specific Experience: Experience in data analysis, business intelligence or related role.
Knowledge of statistical analysis software (e.g., R, Python). Familiarity of Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

Competencies:

• Knowledge of statistical analysis software (e.g., R, Python). - Proficient
• Experience with business intelligence tools such as Microsoft Excel, including Solver and PowerPivot - Proficient
• Experience preparing data for analysis using SQL. - Beginner
• Experience with data visualization software such as Tableau or Microsoft PowerBI. - Beginner
• Analyzing large datasets, identifying trends, and extracting actionable insights to guide business decisions. - Beginner
• Problem solving - Proficient
• Attention to detail - Proficient
• Effective verbal and written communication skills - Proficient
• Able to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues from different departments. - Proficient

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Bachelor’s
Specific Degree: Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or related field
Degree Substitute: LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply-a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.
Years of Experience: one year
Specific Experience: Experience in data analysis, business intelligence or related role.
Knowledge of statistical analysis software (e.g., R, Python). Familiarity of Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Educations Level: Master’s
Specific Degree: Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field.
Years of Experience: 2-3
Specific Experience: Familiarity with statistical methods and predictive modeling.
Experience doing analysis, programming, or data visualization with traffic safety data.
Strong Experience building complex applications using Python, R, SQL or any combination thereof.

Competencies:

• Knowledge of statistical analysis software (e.g., R, Python). - Advanced
• Experience with business intelligence tools such as Microsoft Excel, including Solver and PowerPivot - Proficient
• Experience preparing data for analysis using SQL. - Proficient
• Experience with data visualization software such as Tableau or Microsoft PowerBI. - Proficient
• Analyzing large datasets, identifying trends, and extracting actionable insights to guide business decisions. - Proficient
• Problem solving - Advanced
• Attention to detail - Proficient
• Effective verbal and written communication skills - Proficient
• Able to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues from different departments. - Proficient

Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Analyst 1 -
This position, reporting to the Business Analytics Manager, is responsible for maintaining and improving analysis tools for traffic safety data that provide actionable insights that support decision-making and strategic planning. This role involves working closely with different departments of the Center for Analytics and Research in Transportation Safety (CARTS) and its stakeholders to understand analysis needs, develop reports and dashboards, and use data analysis techniques to inform stakeholder decision making.
The key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: coding, data collection and analysis, data integration, reporting and dashboards, data visualization, and data documentation and reporting.
Analyst 2 -
This position, reporting to the Business Analytics Manager, is responsible for creating, maintaining, and improving analysis tools for traffic safety data that provide actionable insights that support decision-making and strategic planning. This role involves working closely with different departments of the Center for Analytics and Research in Transportation Safety (CARTS) and its stakeholders to understand analysis needs, develop reports and dashboards, and use data analysis techniques to inform stakeholder decision making.
The key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: coding, data collection and analysis, data integration, reporting and dashboards, data visualization, business performance tracking, trend analysis and forecasting, and data documentation and reporting.
For questions regarding this position or the salary range, please contact the hiring manager, Michael Allen @malle72@lsu.edu
Posting Date:
July 21, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 17, 2025
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email
HR@lsu.edu
. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

60% - Data Analysis:
Maintain complex programs and scripts relevant to multiple objectives using Python, R, or other appropriate language.
Design, build, and implement statistical and machine learning models to solve specific business problems.
Visualize data using charts, graphs, and dashboards to communicate insights clearly.
Use data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to create interactive and dynamic reports that connect to and rely on multiple data sources.
25% - Data Extraction and Preparation:
Work with Information Technology Manager and Business Analytics Manager to design and build the data infrastructure necessary to achieve data driven analytic solutions. Prepare data for studies and analytical tools using appropriate methods. Extract and analyze data to support the efforts of CARTS stakeholders.
15% - Miscellaneous Tasks:
Perform miscellaneous tasks as directed by the Business Analytics Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

50% -Data Analysis:
Create, update, and improve complex programs and scripts relevant to multiple objectives using Python, R, or other appropriate language.
Design, build, and implement statistical and machine learning models to solve specific business problems.
Visualize data using charts, graphs, and dashboards to communicate insights clearly.
Use data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to create interactive and dynamic reports that connect to and rely on multiple data sources.
25%-Data Extraction and Preparation:
Work with Information Technology Manager and Business Analytics Manager to design and build the data infrastructure necessary to achieve data driven analytic solutions. Prepare and analyze data for studies and analytical tools using appropriate methods. Extract and analyze data to support the efforts of CARTS stakeholders.
15%-Project Management:
Manage projects, graduate assistants, and student workers as assigned by Business Analytics Manager.
10%-Miscellaneous Tasks:
Perform miscellaneous tasks as directed by the Business Analytics Manager.