Business Analyst

Motivus; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Learning and development programs

Job summary

A leading software solutions provider in Memphis is seeking a Business Analyst to lead requirements gathering and stakeholder alignment for a publication management system. The role involves engaging various stakeholders to document requirements and support the development process. Candidates must have proven experience in software projects, strong communication skills, and familiarity with Agile methodologies. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and impactful solutions for clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst in software development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong requirements documentation and analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements gathering for a publication management system.
• Engage diverse stakeholders to document business requirements.
• Develop detailed artifacts such as BRDs and user stories.

Skills

Requirements elicitation

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Agile methodologies

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

At Motivus, we believe in unlocking human potential through innovative, cutting‑edge solutions. With over 1,600 employees across 5 countries, we offer a wide range of software services and digital solutions. Our teams are dedicated to driving sustainability, pushing the boundaries of technology, and building the next generation of world‑class digital solutions that empower our clients and create a lasting impact. By joining our team, you’ll work alongside visionary professionals committed to creating innovative solutions that shape the future of the industry.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Business Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will lead requirements gathering and stakeholder alignment for the design and development of a publication management system. Working closely with researchers, faculty, librarians, compliance, and IT teams, this position focuses on eliciting, analyzing, and documenting business and functional requirements, translating complex scientific and bibliographic needs into clear, actionable guidance for technical teams. You will collaborate with diverse teams, encourage cross‑functional communication, and contribute to projects that will have a significant impact on our clients and the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead requirements gathering efforts for the design and development of a publication management system.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders, including researchers, faculty, librarians, compliance teams, and IT staff, to elicit, analyze, and document business and functional requirements.
• Translate complex scientific, bibliographic, and compliance needs into clear, actionable requirements for technical teams.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and working sessions to drive consensus across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Develop detailed artifacts such as BRDs, functional specifications, user stories, workflows, and process maps.
• Support validation of requirements through design reviews, testing, and user acceptance activities.
• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and development teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst supporting software development projects, preferably in research, academic, healthcare, or life sciences environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong requirements elicitation, documentation, and analysis skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders and manage competing priorities.
• Experience supporting Agile, iterative, or phased development methodologies.

Preferred Background

• Educational or professional background in science, biomedical research, healthcare, or medical librarianship.
• Familiarity with publication workflows, bibliographic data, metadata standards, or research reporting.
• Understanding of publication‑related concepts such as: Peer‑reviewed journals, Author affiliations and collaborations, Grants and funding acknowledgments, Research compliance and reporting requirements.
• Experience working with libraries, research administration, or scholarly communication teams is a strong plus.

Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications

• Experience with publication management systems, research information systems (CRIS), or institutional repositories.
• Knowledge of identifiers and standards such as ORCID, DOI, PubMed, MeSH, or similar.
• Exposure to data governance, compliance, or research integrity workflows.
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar requirement‑tracking platforms.

Why Join Us?

• Develop Your Career: At Motivus, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your skills and take on leadership roles in diverse projects.
• Work with Emerging Technologies: Be at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting‑edge technologies and methodologies.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with talented teams that value your ideas and contributions.
• Learning and Development: We offer a variety of L&D programs to help you advance your career.
• Customer‑Centric Approach: Contribute to solutions that create lasting value for global Fortune 500 clients.

Our Values

• Culture of Innovation: We relentlessly seek innovation, encouraging our teams to explore new ideas and technologies.
• Responsibility: We give back to the communities that support us and to our clients.
• Learning and Development: Our employees lead, learn, and grow, supporting both themselves and our clients.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may apply by submitting their resume and cover letter to [e-mail] or by applying directly through this job posting.

Motivus is an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace.