Data Analyst

Job Description and Responsibilities 

• Manage analytical projects for both clients and internal research 
• Employ a wide variety of complex Excel formulas and Python to create data models analyzing student performance 
• Identify potential issues with analyses and provide quick and thorough problem-solving responses 
• Create reports focused on state exams, local assessments, and college & career readiness tests to capture trends and compare achievement, growth, and district/school performance for teachers, students, and demographics 
• Reformat and process raw data files sent by clients for data warehousing purposes in a time-effective manner 
• Expand  upon our statistical tools, such as predictive analytics and machine learning 

Character Requirements 

• High-energy, committed, and ambitious self-starter who is interested in the intersection of business, education, and technology 
• Well organized and can easily keep track of multiple analytical projects and data processing tasks at once 
• Ability to work in a time-sensitive, fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment 
• Meticulous and detail-oriented 
• Strong communication skills 
• Pride and sense of ownership in one’s work 
• Confident and positive attitude 

Technical & Analytical Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree (Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering backgrounds a plus)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required (particularly the use of INDEX/MATCH as well as nesting and array functions) 
• Experience with SQL, Python, and data visualization tools a plus 
• Basic or advanced understanding of statistics a plus 
• Strong analytical skills: a natural problem solver who is clinical in diagnosing a problem in models and formulas and creative in finding a solution 
• Comfortable learning new skills and using new technologies 

Logistics 

• Start Date: June 29, 2026
• Duration: Looking for a minimum 2-year commitment 
• Compensation: 
  • Base salary: $75,000 
  • Annual performance-based bonus 
• Benefits such as vacation, holiday pay, and health insurance 
• Location: 
  • New York City (Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan) 
  • Hybrid office schedule
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship 

Company Statement 

LinkIt! provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.