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Texas A&M University is hiring an RIS Senior Business Analyst to provide complex business analysis and support for its Maestro / Research Information Systems (RIS) applications, which serve research administration at the university. The analyst works with client departments and IT staff to map business processes, define requirements and system specifications, and test configurations, patches, and reports, while also training end users and troubleshooting issues. The position sits in the Research Information Systems Service Department in College Station, Texas.

Highlights

Act as the liaison between client departments and IT staff and serve as the point of contact for customers and staff with complex questions or requests.
Assess client needs by mapping current and future business processes, and identify ways to improve the business through the effective use of technology.
Collect, analyze, and document RIS system scope and business requirements, and write detailed functional and technical specifications for new or existing applications and modules.
Plan and test RIS system configuration and maintenance, including patch and upgrade testing and testing of reports and scripts.
Develop and present training for end users, and take part in mentoring and developing other employees.
Keep current on research administration policies and regulations and how they apply within the system.
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, plus three years of related experience in business analysis or research administration.
Preferred experience includes two years of business analysis, one year of research administration, and Agile project management and client relations.
Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and work cooperatively.
Salary of $70,176 to $76,321 per year for a full-time position in College Station.

RIS Senior Business Analyst Full Description

Job Title

RIS Senior Business Analyst

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Research Info Systems Service Department

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,848.00 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

The Division of Research is committed to a truly comprehensive university where students, researchers, and inventors bring scholarship and innovation to bear for the benefit of the community, the state, and the nation. Texas A&M’s research creates new knowledge that provides basic, fundamental, and applied contributions resulting, in many cases, in economic benefits to the state, nation and world. For more information, please visit: https://research.tamu.edu/

What We Want

We are seeking a RIS Senior Business Analyst to perform complex and specialized Maestro / Research Information Systems (RIS) business analysis support functions, such as troubleshooting, research, user support, training, quality assurance and problem solving.

What You Need to Know

Salary: $70,176 - $76,321/annually.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Essential Duties/Tasks

System Liaison and Client Interaction

Liaises with client department and IT staff.
Serves as point of contact for customers and staff with complex questions or requests.
Assesses client needs through direct interaction and mapping of current and future business processes.
Identifies opportunities to develop and improve the business through the effective use of technology.

System Design and Business Requirements

Collects, analyzes, reviews, documents, and defines RIS system scope based on business needs and requirements.
Creates detailed functional and technical system specifications.
Documents current business processes and prepares business and technical requirements for new or existing applications or module functions.

System Testing and Maintenance

Participates in the planning and testing of RIS system configuration and maintenance.
Implements complex patch and upgrade testing.
Implements complex testing of reports and scripts.

Staff Training and Development

Develops and presents training for end-users.
Participates in mentoring, training, and development of other employees.

Policy and Regulation Compliance

Keeps up to date with research administration policies and regulations and how they apply within the system.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of related experience in business analysis or research administration.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of experience with business analysis.
One year research administration experience.
Agile project management experience and client relations.
Knowledge of Research Administration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Why Texas A&M University?

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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