🧠 Remote Education Data Analyst

💼 Job Overview

We seek a detail-oriented and intellectually curious Remote Education Data Analyst to help transform educational outcomes through data-driven insights. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a remote setting, enjoys working with large datasets, and has a passion for improving learning experiences. You’ll analyze academic trends, student performance, and institutional efficiency to guide strategic decisions in the education sector. In this position, your insights will support equity in education, helping institutions close achievement gaps and better serve diverse student populations. You’ll be key in fostering smarter, data-informed decisions that can transform classrooms and digital learning experiences worldwide.

🎯 Key Responsibilities

• Analyze datasets related to student achievement, program effectiveness, course completion, and institutional performance.
• Build intuitive dashboards and real-time reporting mechanisms to inform academic strategy and operational decisions.
• Work collaboratively with curriculum designers, e-learning developers, and educational leaders to pinpoint areas for improvement.
• Apply statistical methods and predictive analytics to uncover patterns in academic engagement, retention, and performance.
• Clean, validate, and synthesize educational data from various sources, including SIS, LMS, and third-party learning tools.
• Communicate insights through visualizations and executive summaries tailored to non-technical stakeholders.
• Benchmark program success against historical performance and peer institutions.
• Ensure consistent data integrity, privacy, and adherence to compliance standards such as FERPA.

🖥️ Tools & Technologies

• SQL for structured queries and complex data joins across relational databases
• Python or R for statistical modeling, regression analysis, and data visualization
• Tableau, Power BI for interactive dashboards and reporting solutions
• Excel/Google Sheets for lightweight modeling and trend analysis
• Learning Management Systems (Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard) for real-time data on student engagement
• Student Information Systems (Banner, PeopleSoft, Salesforce Education Cloud) for structured academic and administrative records

🌍 Work Environment

This role is fully remote and designed for flexibility. You’ll be able to manage your schedule while contributing to collaborative efforts with peers in data, education technology, and strategy teams. The team uses cloud-based tools to coordinate asynchronously across time zones and values proactive communication and transparency.

• 100% remote work environment
• Flexible work hours across global time zones
• Weekly virtual team check-ins and monthly strategic syncs
• Use of platforms like Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, and Trello for daily collaboration
• Culture that promotes wellness, autonomy, and career advancement

🧩 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Data Science, Statistics, Information Systems, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in data analytics or business intelligence, preferably in education or e-learning environments
• Demonstrated expertise in querying large datasets using SQL and performing statistical analysis with Python or R
• Experience working with educational technologies, assessment systems, or institutional research tools
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Understanding of student success metrics and key performance indicators used in academic institutions
• Knowledge of data governance and student privacy regulations, including FERPA and COPPA
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple projects in a virtual setting

📈 What You’ll Achieve

• Enhance the academic decision-making process through consistent, accurate insights
• Empower educators and administrators to take informed action through accessible reporting
• Improve learning outcomes by identifying underperformance trends and recommending strategic interventions
• Contribute to institutional accountability by building data structures that reflect transparency and measurable outcomes
• Support equity initiatives by revealing disparities in course access, content engagement, and graduation rates

💡 Growth Opportunities

• Gain expertise in cutting-edge education analytics tools and platforms
• Work with multidisciplinary teams across curriculum development, policy, and instructional design
• Lead data-focused projects that directly impact student success on a global scale
• Participate in pilot programs focused on adaptive learning, AI in education, and real-time feedback systems
• Access mentorship and coaching tailored to remote professionals in data science and education policy

🎁 Compensation & Perks

• Annual salary: $82,640
• Work remotely from anywhere with reliable internet
• Competitive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous vacation and personal time off
• Ongoing professional development stipends
• A mission-driven culture focused on impact and inclusion
• Recognition programs for data innovation and leadership

✅ Ideal Candidate Traits

• Analytical and forward-thinking, always looking for ways to improve systems
• Motivated by educational impact and equity
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Quick to adapt to new data tools, educational platforms, and methodologies
• Values clear communication and collaborative problem-solving

📢 Ready to Apply?

Are you ready to transform education using data and insight? This is your opportunity to join a collaborative team making a global difference. Apply today and help shape the future of learning—from anywhere.