Data Analyst - On-Site Job at University of South Florida in Tampa

Overview

Data Analyst - On-Site role at University of South Florida. This is an on-site position. Applicants must have current, permanent work authorization in the United States.

Position requires work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship, visa transfer, or future work authorization support. This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship.

Position Summary

The Florida Center for Nursing (FCN) Data Analyst will play a vital role in advancing the organization’s mission to research and address nursing workforce challenges, including supply and demand, recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurses across Florida. This position converts raw data from state agencies and educational institutions into actionable insights to inform healthcare workforce policy, strategic planning, and program development. The analyst collaborates with business stakeholders, IT partners, and subject matter experts to develop data-driven insights and improve FCN operations. Responsibilities include managing the full data lifecycle—from collection and cleaning to analysis and presentation—and developing and maintaining user-friendly reporting tools and dashboards.

Operating independently, the analyst will conduct data analysis, interpret trends, and support the continuous improvement of FCN’s data systems and analytics capabilities. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Excel, data organization, and basic statistical analysis, with an interest in healthcare workforce development.

Responsibilities

• Collect, import, and clean raw data from multiple sources including the Florida Department of Health, Board of Nursing, and Nursing Education programs.
• Organize and maintain datasets in Excel, utilizing advanced functions such as pivot tables, formulas, and data cleaning techniques to ensure quality and usability.
• Use SAS to conduct descriptive and comparative statistical analyses of nursing licensure and education data (e.g., LPN, RN, APRN) at the state and regional levels.
• Analyze and report on NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN first-attempt pass rates across Florida nursing programs.
• Summarize trends and performance metrics related to prelicensure nursing student results on licensure examinations.
• Monitor and track accreditation statuses of Florida’s prelicensure nursing education programs.
• Consolidate and format large datasets; create tables, charts, graphs, and dashboards to visually communicate findings effectively.
• Prepare datasets and conduct analysis in support of FCN research projects related to nursing education, supply and demand, and workforce trends.
• Summarize findings in written reports, presentations and data visualizations for stakeholders and policymakers.
• Provide responsive support for external data inquiries and custom data requests.
• Support planning and coordination of established and upcoming project phases.
• Ensure secure handling of sensitive data received from state and government agencies.
• Participate in committees, conferences, workshops, and outreach activities to present findings and represent the Florida Center for Nursing.
• Collaborate with internal team members and external partners to support ongoing workforce data initiatives.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a field directly related to the research or data analysis responsibilities and a minimum of one year of research experience; or a Master’s degree in one of the same fields. Progressively responsible work experience may substitute for the college on a year-for-year basis.

Senate Bill 1310 - The Florida Senate is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S. A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed the following: two years for an associate degree; four years for a bachelor’s degree; six years for a master’s degree; seven years for a professional degree; or nine years for a doctoral degree. Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for employment. Minimum qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a field involving data analysis or statistics (e.g., Health Informatics, Public Health, Statistics, etc.).
• Experience working with workforce, healthcare, or education-related data.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Experience using Power BI or similar data visualization platforms.
• Familiarity with Qualtrics, Microsoft SharePoint, and Monday.com.
• Knowledge of data from public health or state agencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

About Us

Working at USF: With approximately 16,000 employees, USF is a large employer committed to an excellent academic and research environment. Benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement options, tuition programs, leave, and employee discounts.

About USF: A top-ranked research university serving about 50,000 students with campuses in multiple cities. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and holds various high rankings for its health and research programs.

Compliance and Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws and may request reasonable accommodations in the application process.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Higher Education