• Job Description

  Req#: 498164

  About Us:	Boise State University is located along the banks of the Boise River and a short stroll from the state capitol. We are committed to an innovative, transformative, and equitable educational environment that supports student success, and advances Idaho and the world. Boise State is building an inclusive community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, cultural contributions, work history, and perspectives create a rich and rewarding academic experience for our students. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities are welcomed. Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/
  Job Summary/Basic Function:	The Data Research Analyst 2 (DRA) will work as a part of Research Administration Systems and Analytics (RASA) to conduct analyses to support Principal Investigators (PI), Co-PIs, and the Division of Research and Economic Development (DRED) offices, along with the campus community. The DRA will extract, analyze, visualize, and describe a variety of sponsored program-based data for use internally for the project lifecycle and externally for informational and official reporting to state and federal agencies. They will create reporting systems to help track and analyze current relationships. All of this will be done while working with other offices in the research space as well as OIT to make sure efforts align across campus. They will help troubleshoot and resolve issues, as well as test and document current and new functionality. This role is partially grant-funded for four years (ends 1/2027); ongoing funding will rely on the identification of new funding sources
  Department Overview:	Research Systems and Analytics (RASA) works as a team to deliver a wide variety of support services to Research Compliance, all Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) functional areas, other Division of Research and Economic Development (DRED) offices, and the campus community. We are seeking a Data Research Analyst 2 to join our team and help with exciting new projects!
  Level Scope:	Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.
  Essential Functions:	95% of Time the Data Research Analyst 2 must: The major responsibility of this position is to support the establishment of the IT and reporting systems that will allow for the measurement, tracking, and analysis of current relationships related to a newly awarded National Science Foundation - Accelerating Research Translation sponsored project. Key responsibilities that contribute to this overall goal include: Prepares deliverables for use in planning and reporting, using appropriate tools. Communicates clearly and regularly, follows up on inquiries and requests. Learns and adapts new technical/procedural knowledge/skills to keep up to date on professional skills and office needs. Contributes to the development of analytical reports to answer business questions. Conducts needs assessments and research. Develops productive working relationships with a team and broadly with diverse groups of people. Publishes standard and complex ad-hoc reports with varying detail for different audiences. Develops and documents procedures to streamline processes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements Works as needed, with functional area data stewards to align or improve processes Engages in Data Quality and process improvement. Build RTF templates to create interactive reports in Oracle Cloud Troubleshoots and maintains existing reports in Oracle Cloud and InfoEd Maintains automations for Oracle Cloud and InfoEd Reports Uses the Reporting Tool to extract data from InfoEd Adds new departments to Oracle Cloud Adds new sponsors to InfoEd Uses data extracted from Oracle Cloud and InfoEd to create interactive reports and dashboards using Excel, Google Sheets, Google Studio, and Oracle BI tools Responds to end-user inquiries by providing support and assistance in the definition and resolution of problems. Is able to communicate with staff and team members to include them in the solution. Monitors adherence to protocols and user manual instructions; trains users when new features are added. Creates and designs queries of data, collaborates with other team members and users to identify problem areas, and be proactive in recommending solutions to problems. Helps maintain the RASA Intranet page with current information and accurate documentation Summarizes and present data and results clearly and accurately in verbal and written communications and numerical and graphical forms Works with OSP and DRED groups on special projects and maintains documentation Maintains Department and Sponsor setup and monitors active and inactive users within OSP research systems Researches new functionality within RASA-supported systems to enhance current usage or improve current processes Support diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of the above. 5% of Time the Data Research Analyst 2 Perform other duties as assigned
  Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:	Ability to adapt to changing workplace technology Highly organized, able to work effectively across organizational boundaries Strong Customer Service Skills Highly motivated to continuously improve processes and look for ways to automate systems and reports Ability to interpret and communicate date through reporting Good knowledge of fundamentals of reporting and analyses. Ability to independently research problem areas Ability to ensure validity, reliability, consistency, accuracy, and timeliness of all work completed Experience developing data models and programming in languages Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Experience with presentation and data-gathering software Understanding of applying analytical methods to business problems, driving improved decision-making and outcomes Ability to write complex SQL statements for data retrieval and updates Experience developing data models and programming in languages or applications as needed to support the development of reports and analysis to answer strategic, tactical, structured, or unstructured business questions.
  Minimum Qualifications:	Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent plus 2 years experience.
  Preferred Qualifications:	Experience working in or around research administration systems. Experience with federal research regulations and best practices. Experience with creating high-quality reports using querying tools Previous work in ERP systems and managing multiple projects and systems simultaneously Previous work documenting complex processes Knowledge of SQL
  Salary and Benefit s:	$57,200 - $65,000 depending on experience. Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family. Learn more about our benefit options at https://www.boisestate.edu/hrs/benefits/.
  Required Application Materials:	To apply, please submit the below by the application close date. 1) Cover Letter indicating interest and qualifications for the role 2) Resume 3) Three Professional References

• About the company

  Boise State University is a public research university in Boise, Idaho.

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