Job Description:
About Brown
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Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.
About the Opportunity
The Research Services Business Analyst, under the direction of the Director or Associate Director, supports the successful oversight, maintenance, troubleshooting and knowledge of the University’s Research Administration Information Systems. This position will be interacting with the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) and Sponsored Research Reporting. This position is responsible to plan, coordinate, and monitor Research Administration business processes and related systems to ensure operational, procedural and regulatory requirements are met. Perform project management activities which include planning, designing, implementing and maintaining business applications and computer systems. Research and analyze strategic system choices (within the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) and makes recommendations to achieve the goals and objectives of the University’s business needs. Provide leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of Reporting to meet the University’s business needs and facilitate mechanisms for effective and efficient training and outreach between OSP and the University. Serve as an active liaison between WD Operations, OIT, ORI, and OSP staff, and be a key member of the Research Services team.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience plus 2-3 years of related experience for Research Services Business Analyst position Experience working with complex ERP systems and/or enterprise research systems (i.e Coeus, InfoEd, Workday, Huron)
- Experience working business processes redesign; experience in a higher education or government organization, preferred.
- Experience with relational database systems and tools (e.g., SQL and SQL query tools such as Oracle SQL*Plus) and form development tools (e.g. HTML, XML)
- Experience with data warehouse design and report writing; e.g. Cognos
Preferred Experience:
- Experience with relational database systems and tools (e.g., SQL and SQL query tools such as Oracle SQL*Plus) and form development tools (e.g. HTML, XML)
- Experience with data warehouse design and report writing; e.g. Cognos
Job Competencies
- Ability to accurately document business processes and ERP systems’ information architecture. Ability to be precise and attentive to detail is essential.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing critical thinking skills to proactively solve or mitigate problems, including anticipating issues, identifying solutions and providing appropriate communication to impacted parties.
- Ability to work with a wide range of individuals with varying sophistication and information needs.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to facilitate group activities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment; e.g. multiple projects, with routine interruptions and changing priorities.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing critical thinking skills to proactively solve or mitigate problems, including anticipating issues, identifying solutions and providing appropriate communication to impacted parties.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community
Additional Information
Applicants are asked to include a resume with their application.
We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this position.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.
Recruiting Start Date:
2024-07-09
Job Posting Title:
Research Services Business Analyst
Department:
Research Administration Information Systems and Reporting Services
Grade:
Grade 10
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Remote Eligible
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
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