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Part-Time Research Analytics and Business Intelligence Specialist


Job Location:

University Park, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 16 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 13 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Office of the Senior Vice President for Research seeks an experienced collaborative Research Analytics and Business Intelligence Specialist.

This role designs develops and maintains business intelligence solutions for Penn States research enterprise. The specialist will build Power BI reports and datasets develop SQL-based data models and datamarts and work with stakeholders across Research Central and the Office of the Vice President for Research to turn complex data into actionable insights.

Experience in healthcare higher education or research administration data environments and familiarity with the research proposal lifecycle is preferred.

Work Arrangement: This position is eligible to work remotely within the US. Standard work times will be in EST.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analysis and Visualization:

  • Develop and maintain dashboards reports and datasets from multiple sources and create user-friendly reporting tools
  • Analyze and present data to support decision-making.
  • Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis.

Data Modeling and Architecture:

  • Build and maintain data structures for reporting and analysis.
  • Develop and improve data models quality documentation and governance.
  • Gather and translate business requirements into analytics solutions.
  • Follow established processes and standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication:

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define needs and deliver solutions.
  • Communicate insights clearly to varied audiences.
  • Present findings in written visual and verbal formats.
  • Support testing and implementation activities.
  • Manage multiple projects and priorities.
Required Qualifications:
  • Experience with data analysis and reporting tools.
  • Experience working with data from multiple sources.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft office software.

Preferred:
  • Familiarity with higher education or research environments.
  • Experience with institutional or operational data.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .

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