Research Data Analyst

Our client is seeking a Tableau Data Analyst to support critical reporting, dashboarding, and analytics initiatives across one of the university's largest administrative organizations.This role will focus on maintaining and enhancing existing Tableau dashboards while partnering with business stakeholders to deliver meaningful data insights and reporting capabilities.This is a hybrid, contract-to-hire opportunity based in Evanston, Illinois. ResponsibilitiesMaintain and enhance Tableau dashboards and reportsCreate visualizations and reporting solutions for business stakeholdersAnalyze operational, financial, and HR-related dataSupport workforce planning and staffing analytics effortsValidate and monitor data qualityTranslate business requirements into reporting solutionsPartner with leadership on analytics initiativesSupport future reporting modernization efforts Required Qualifications1-3 years of Tableau reporting experienceBusiness intelligence and reporting backgroundExperience creating dashboards and visualizationsStrong communication and stakeholder-management skillsAbility to translate complex data into actionable business insights Preferred QualificationsPower BI exposurePeopleSoft experienceCognos experienceHigher education experienceFinancial reporting experienceResearch administration experience Work EnvironmentHybrid schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)Evanston, ILContract-to-hireCollaborative and mission-driven environment CompensationDuring the contract period, the pay rate is $40 per hour. The typical conversion salary is between $80k- $90k annually.LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here. LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v. LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here. All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.