| Position Summary: | Be the Brain Behind Breakthroughs at the University of Dayton Research Institute!
Are you ready to turn insight into innovation The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a dynamic detail-driven Senior Project Analyst to help power cutting-edge research and strategic excellence. Join a nationally recognized institution where your analytical expertise fuels discovery collaboration and community impact. This position will support a broad array of programs for sustainment activities. The position will require an understanding of program management principals and processes. The successful candidate will provide budget some project management timing and technical support for multiple programs. This position will serve as a support role for senior program managers and engineers. The majority of work will support government customers with some industry partners as well.
Lead financial forecasting variance analysis and budget planning across technical and operational departments
Evaluate contract terms procurement strategies and cost structures to optimize financial outcomes
Develop executive reporting packages and dashboards for senior leadership
Monitor cost centers for compliance and ensure accurate allocation of expenditures
Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline data workflows and enhance reporting accuracy
Support inventory and asset management initiatives including digital system implementation and audit coordination
Other efforts include but are not limited to managing internal budgets assisting with internal Cost Centers presenting to clients and participating in various team support activities.
This role will be working in a highly agile environment and therefore being a team player and having flexibility adaptability and attention to detail are keys to success. |
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| Minimum Qualifications: | Bachelors degree in Finance Business Administration or related field
8 years of experience in financial or project analysis preferably in a government or research setting
Ability to interpret financial/cost data
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to lead financial forecasting variance analysis and budget planning across technical and operational departments
Ability to develop executive reporting packages and dashboards for senior leadership
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills with coworkers and clients at all levels
Self-motivation with ability to work with minimal supervision
Successful collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to work on U.S. government contract
Due to requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen |
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| Preferred Qualifications: | While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications the ideal candidate will bring many of the following: 2 years experience in program management or program support role
Demonstrated experience working with customers at various levels
Demonstrated knowledge of various government contract types
Effective interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage various project activities ensuring accurate task completion |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet. |
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| Closing Statement: | Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms achieve fair outcomes and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973. |
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Position Summary:Be the Brain Behind Breakthroughs at the University of Dayton Research Institute!Are you ready to turn insight into innovation The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a dynamic detail-driven Senior Project Analyst to help power cutting-edge research and strateg...
| Position Summary: | Be the Brain Behind Breakthroughs at the University of Dayton Research Institute!
Are you ready to turn insight into innovation The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a dynamic detail-driven Senior Project Analyst to help power cutting-edge research and strategic excellence. Join a nationally recognized institution where your analytical expertise fuels discovery collaboration and community impact. This position will support a broad array of programs for sustainment activities. The position will require an understanding of program management principals and processes. The successful candidate will provide budget some project management timing and technical support for multiple programs. This position will serve as a support role for senior program managers and engineers. The majority of work will support government customers with some industry partners as well.
Lead financial forecasting variance analysis and budget planning across technical and operational departments
Evaluate contract terms procurement strategies and cost structures to optimize financial outcomes
Develop executive reporting packages and dashboards for senior leadership
Monitor cost centers for compliance and ensure accurate allocation of expenditures
Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline data workflows and enhance reporting accuracy
Support inventory and asset management initiatives including digital system implementation and audit coordination
Other efforts include but are not limited to managing internal budgets assisting with internal Cost Centers presenting to clients and participating in various team support activities.
This role will be working in a highly agile environment and therefore being a team player and having flexibility adaptability and attention to detail are keys to success. |
|---|
| Minimum Qualifications: | Bachelors degree in Finance Business Administration or related field
8 years of experience in financial or project analysis preferably in a government or research setting
Ability to interpret financial/cost data
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to lead financial forecasting variance analysis and budget planning across technical and operational departments
Ability to develop executive reporting packages and dashboards for senior leadership
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills with coworkers and clients at all levels
Self-motivation with ability to work with minimal supervision
Successful collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to work on U.S. government contract
Due to requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen |
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| Preferred Qualifications: | While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications the ideal candidate will bring many of the following: 2 years experience in program management or program support role
Demonstrated experience working with customers at various levels
Demonstrated knowledge of various government contract types
Effective interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage various project activities ensuring accurate task completion |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet. |
|---|
| Closing Statement: | Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms achieve fair outcomes and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973. |
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
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