Senior Research Data Analyst — Data Resource Analyst II
Job Location:
East Lansing, MI - USA
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Job Summary
Senior Research Data Analyst
Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Operations the Analyst serves as a key trusted advisor to ORIs core leadership team. This role independently executes complex strategic data analysis financial forecasting and operational modeling that transcends traditional data compilation. Operating with an entrepreneurial mindset the successful candidate will translate complex operational federal State and institutional data into forward-looking strategic insights to actively drive fiscal sustainability mitigate deficits track ROI and maximize high-impact revenue-generating initiatives across the multi-million-dollar research enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Research Data Analysis & Advisory (40%)
Design and implement impact and ROI analysis for all strategic ORI initiatives such as the National Security Initiative internal funding programs (SPG DFI MSURF Post Doctoral Scholars Program) professorship programs and more.
Perform deep-dive analyses into institutional and departmental budgetary trends and changes clearly communicating the narrative macrolevel trends and financial shifts.
Formulate clear narrative-driven reports executive summaries and data visualizations to directly support executive decision-making.
Interpret findings to support recommendations based on the results of the analysis.
Predictive Forecasting & Scenario Modeling (35%)
Develop maintain and sophisticatedly model short- and long-term financial projections for the multi-million-dollar research enterprise.
Work with the Office of Sponsored Programs and other ORI units to build dynamic what-if predictive models to simulate the fiscal impact of shifting federal funding landscapes compliance changes and new institutional initiatives.
Track evaluate and report on the fiscal health and ROI of ORIs revenue-generating initiatives (e.g. corporate partnerships technology transfer/commercialization revenue and national security).
Collaboration within ORI and with Partner Units (10%)
Consult with ORI units campus partners and leadership to understand reporting needs.
Interpret analytical findings and recommend improvements to reporting tools and processes.
Training and Guidance (10%)
Develop training materials and provide guidance on reporting tools dashboards and data interpretation.
Special Projects and Committees (5%)
Conduct special projects and serve on cross-functional committees related to data initiatives and policy.
Core Competencies for Success
Business Acumen in Academia: Understands that a research enterprise operates both as an academic mission and as a complex business.
Forward-Thinking & Initiative-taking: Doesnt just report on past data but predicts future fiscal bottlenecks and opportunities.
Resilience & Agility: Thrives in a dynamic high-momentum environment during periods of organizational growth and leadership transitions.
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing one or two years of post-bachelor degree work such as a Masters in Finance Accounting Economics Business Analytics Information Science or another highly quantitative field. Three to five (35) years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in complex data analysis financial modeling strategic budgeting or institutional forecasting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Higher Education/Research Experience: Prior financial or analytical experience within a major R1 research university academic medical center or complex organization dealing with federal grants contract accounting or Uniform Guidance compliance.
Business Intelligence Tools: Demonstrated experience designing building and supporting executive-level dashboards reports and data visualizations using Power BI Tableau or comparable business intelligence platforms to support data-informed decision-making.
Strategic Problem Solving: Proven track record in deficit management structural turnaround strategies or designing self-sustaining revenue models for operational units.
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to tell the story behind the numbers to non-financial stakeholders
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.
Please submit a resume cover letter and three references.
STANDARD 8-5
eligibility ends August:55 PM
Required Experience:
Senior IC
