University of Utah
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| Open Date | 04/20/2026 |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | PRN44794B |
| Job Title | Business Intelligence Analysts |
| Working Title | Business Intelligence Analysts |
| Career Progression Track | P00 |
| Track Level | P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing |
| FLSA Code | Professional |
| Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
| Standard Hours per Week | 40 |
| Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time |
| Shift | Day |
| Work Schedule Summary | 8am – 5pm |
| VP Area | President |
| Department | 00639 - VP for Research |
| Location | Campus |
| City | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
| Pay Rate Range | $62,000 - $105,000 |
| Close Date | 05/04/2026 |
| Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | |
| Job Summary | The Research and Analytics Data (RAaD) team within the Office of Research Information Systems (ORIS) seeks to hire two Business Intelligence Analysts who will play key roles in advancing data-informed decision-making across research administration and the university. These positions will interpret and analyze complex data to support strategic planning, improve operational efficiency, and inform initiatives led by the Vice President for Research (VPR) and campus partners. The analysts will work closely with the VPR and research administration leadership across campus to develop reports, dashboards, analyses, and recommendations that support institutional goals. One position is a senior-level Business Intelligence Analyst focused primarily on internal university research administration data requiring four to eight years depending on education. The second position will focus primarily on external and benchmarking data related to research activity and impact and requires two to six years depending on level and education. Successful candidates will be detail oriented, collaborative, and skilled at turning complex data into clear and actionable insights. Applicants for both positions must have professional experience beyond internships. Please note in your application and cover letter which position you are applying for. Salary will be determined by which track the position is hired into.
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget. |
| Responsibilities | Business Intelligence Analyst (Senior) Advanced Track (P4): Salary Range: $90,000 to $105,000; or Career Track (P3): Salary Range: $80,000 to $95,000 This role will primarily be responsible for analyzing internal university data related to the research enterprise, including but not limited to proposals and awards, expenditures, technology licensing and commercialization, and human resources and faculty appointments related to research. The successful candidate will be a seasoned analytics professional with strong expertise in data analysis, data visualization, and stakeholder collaboration. This individual will lead highly complex analyses, translate business needs into reporting and dashboard solutions, and communicate findings and recommendations to senior leaders and decision-makers across the research enterprise. The role requires the ability to work independently, synthesize data from multiple sources, identify patterns and opportunities, and support strategic and operational decisions across the university. —- Business Intelligence Analyst Developing Track (P2): Salary Range: $62,000 to $77,000; or Career Track (P3): Salary Range: $80,000 to $95,000 This role will primarily be responsible for analyzing external data relevant to the university’s research enterprise, including but not limited to bibliometric, benchmarking, research impact, faculty productivity, tech transfer, and research expenditure data. Key sources may include Dimensions.ai, IRIS, Academic Analytics, SciVal, AUTM, the NSF HERD Survey, and other publicly available and purchased datasets. The successful candidate will support the development of reports, dashboards, and analyses that help research administration leadership understand institutional performance, benchmark against peer institutions, and identify trends and opportunities. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with structured and semi-structured data from multiple external sources. At the P2 level, the analyst will perform professional work of increasing complexity under guidance, with opportunities to build technical skills. At the P3 level, the analyst will be expected to work more independently, manage moderately complex projects, and contribute to the development of reporting approaches and analytic recommendations. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Business Intelligence Analyst, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Business Intelligence Analyst, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Business Intelligence Analyst, IV: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience. |
| Preferences | Business Intelligence Analyst, P4 or P3 (Senior) Preferences:
Business Intelligence Analyst, P3 or P2 Preferences:
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| Type | Benefited Staff |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| Additional Information | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page. Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period. |
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