Data Analyst - On-Site (Finance)
Additional Information for Applicants:
This is an on-site position.
Applicants must have current, permanent work authorization in the United States that does not and will not require employer sponsorship, visa transfer, or future work authorization support. This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship (including but not limited to H-1B, H-2, O-1, TN/TD) or employment-based permanent residency sponsorship. Candidates whose authorization to work in the U.S. is dependent on employer sponsorship (whether now or in the future) will not be considered.
Organizational Unit:
The USF Health College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at the University of South Florida and one of four that make up USF Health. As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution-reflecting its commitment to excellence in education, research, and service.
Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves more than 2,000 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. For the fourth consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 1 among Florida's public universities by U.S. News & World Report-rising to No. 23 in the nation in 2025.
As an integral part of USF Health, the College of Nursing is guided by a mission grounded in excellence, innovation, and respect. We are dedicated to educating future nurses, advancing nursing science, and applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes and community well-being.
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 is key in converting raw data sourced from state agencies and educational institutions into actionable insights that inform healthcare workforce policy, strategic planning, and program development.
Collaborating closely with businesses stakeholders, IT partners, and subject matter experts, the analyst develops data-driven insights to facilitate informed decision-making and improve FCN operations. Responsibilities include managing the full data lifecycle-from collection and cleaning to analysis and presentation-to ensure accuracy, consistency, and relevance across multiple datasets. The analyst is also responsible for the development and maintenance of user-friendly reporting tools and dashboards, broadening access to timely and meaningful information.
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 possess expertise in Excel, data organization, and basic statistical analysis, with an interest in healthcare workforce development.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 ( https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310 ) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
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:
- (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
- (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
- (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of 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 the 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.
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.Duties & 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.
Additional Expectations:
The FCN Data Analyst will demonstrate professionalism, accuracy, and curiosity in all aspects of their work. They will contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven environment and uphold FCN values by delivering high quality, reliable data insights. The analyst is expected to show initiative, communicate clearly, and actively support FCN's commitment to advancing nursing workforce research and addressing statewide healthcare needs.
Additional Information for Applicants:
Applicants must have current, permanent work authorization in the United States that does not and will not require employer sponsorship, visa transfer, or future work authorization support. This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship (including but not limited to H-1B, H-2, O-1, TN/TD) or employment-based permanent residency sponsorship. Candidates whose authorization to work in the U.S. is dependent on employer sponsorship (whether now or in the future) will not be considered.
