Job Description
Business Analyst in Office of Research
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors >
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.
About University of Cinicnnati
This position will be a Hybrid (in person and remote) position requiring the employee to come into the office a minimum of 2 days a week.
Job Overview
The Office of Research's Research Platforms & Insights (RPI) unit is responsible for identifying and implementing solutions that can improve process effectiveness and prepare the Office of Research and UC research enterprise for future growth.
This position is responsible for planning, designing, monitoring, and supporting new and existing Research platforms. Also included is, provide expertise and guidance to the research community regarding the utilization of research enterprise tools; articulate, evaluate, and design business processes, facilitate the delivery of business content to research community.
Someone who has the basic understanding and experience working with web technologies (HTML, API) and databases, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and proficient using tools such as PowerPoint, OneDrive, Adobe Photoshop will succeed in this position.
Essential Functions
Ensure that research platforms comply with regulatory guidelines for research. Monitor, analyze, and verify data to ensure data integrity.
Develop plans, timelines, and budgets.
Coordinate and provide operational support in financial, administrative, systems, and operational activities of a business unit.
Assist with determining best practices and developing actionable data-driven insights and recommendations to support the organizational decision-making process. May be requested to create executive summaries and benchmark reports.
Analyze the business objectives of the department and develop solutions.
Support report and analytics solutions within one or more business units.
Contribute as an influencing partner of a small cross functional team to implement business processes.
May lead and communicate business workflows and processes to team members.
May represent administrators on committees and attend meetings on behalf of administrator.
Assist staff with problem resolution and research related to operational, IT systems, and business office processes, procedures, and policies.
Recommend policy and procedure changes.
May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field.
Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Experience
Two (2) years of related experience.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Implementing systems, policies, and procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
Problem-solving, process mapping, and process automation (using tools such as Visio, Microsoft Power platform).
Project management (using tools such as Salesforce, Trello, Jira, Github).
Data collection and analysis (using tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power Bi).
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Application Process Information
A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application process. Attach these documents before submitting your application.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at .
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at .
The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Business Analyst in Office of Research
Date:
Jan 29, 2024
Location:
Cincinnati, OH, US
Facility:
Main Campus
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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Business Analyst, Developer, Law, Research, Finance, Technology, Legal
The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.
