Research Funding Data Analyst; U

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.
• This position is eligible for hybrid work. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs, and are subject to change.

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Position Summary

As a campus expert in institutional research data, this position leads complex analyses, data modeling, and dashboard development with a focus on research contracts and grants data. Incumbent works closely with stakeholders, other university analysts, VC Finance leadership, and the VC Research division to determine emergent and high priority data and analytical needs. This position engages in data analytics that support decision making, strategic planning, and mandatory reporting.

The First Review Date for this job is: 03/06/2026.

• Requires expert knowledge in data collection and analysis techniques, along with database administration and programming tools; understanding and experience using statistics or social science research techniques; detailed knowledge of organizational principles and procedures involved in handling sensitive data (for example, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Export Controlled or business confidential data (e.g., covered by NDAs), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or HIPAA, or Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or FERPA).
• Expert active listening, critical thinking, problem-solving, good interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Expert ability to present complex findings and recommendations in a clear concise manner verbally and in writing.
• Understanding of and/or can quickly learn the organizational rules and regulations.
• Able to provide good judgment and decision-making.
• Able to use data in institutional research.
• Training or experience in business intelligence reporting tools such as Tableau.
• Experience working with research contracts and grants data.
• Understanding of typical research funding flows and expenditures (subawards, invoicing, indirect cost calculations, etc.).
• Strong ability to foster collaboration…