INFORMATICS ANALYST II

UAB Medicine; University (FL); Sur place; USD 58 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking an Informatics Analyst II to support research reporting, data analytics, business intelligence, and data governance initiatives. This role develops reports and dashboards, supports NSF HERD Survey reporting, analyzes research expenditure data, and collaborates with stakeholders to provide data-driven insights for decision‑making.

The position emphasizes data quality, validation, and governance, partnering with university stakeholders to drive

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field and four years of related experience.
• Experience with NSF HERD Survey reporting and institutional reporting.
• Proficiency with Power BI, SQL, and data governance.
• Experience with Oracle Financials and Microsoft Fabric.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Lead collection, validation and analysis of research expenditure data for reporting and decision making.
• Manage NSF HERD Survey activities including data gathering and submission support.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using Power BI, SQL and related BI tools.
• Analyze complex data to identify trends and improve reporting processes.
• Implement data governance and quality assurance to improve data integrity.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and design solutions.
• Maintain Office of Research web content and digital accessibility standards.

Connaissances

NSF HERD Survey reporting

Power BI

SQL

Data governance

Data validation

Dashboard development

Digital accessibility (WCAG)

SharePoint

Formation

Information Systems

Computer Science

Data Analytics

Business Analytics

Outils

Oracle Financials

Microsoft Fabric

Power BI

SharePoint

Description du poste

INFORMATICS ANALYST II (T240407)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

General Responsibilities

The Office of Research is seeking an Informatics Analyst II to support research reporting, data analytics, business intelligence, and data governance initiatives. This role develops reports and dashboards, supports NSF HERD Survey reporting, analyzes research expenditure data, and collaborates with stakeholders to provide data-driven insights for decision‑making. To provide dedicated support for NSF Higher Education Research Development (HERD) Survey reporting and institutional research expenditure reporting within the Office of Research. The role serves as a key resource for research analytics, business intelligence, data governance, dashboard development, and digital accessibility initiatives, supporting the Office of Research's ongoing efforts to improve data quality, reporting accuracy, and decision support capabilities. The position replaces a vacant Senior Specialist position and aligns with the strategic reporting and analytics functions of RTC Informatics.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the collection, validation, reconciliation, and analysis of research expenditure data to support institutional reporting, strategic decision-making, and compliance requirements.
• Manage NSF Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) Survey activities, including data gathering, quality review, reconciliation, documentation, and submission support.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, scorecards, and data visualizations using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, SQL, and related business intelligence tools.
• Analyze complex financial, research, and operational data to identify trends, improve reporting processes, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Implement data governance, validation, and quality assurance processes to improve data integrity, consistency, and reporting accuracy.
• Partner with university stakeholders to gather reporting requirements, define business needs, and design solutions that support research administration and institutional objectives.
• Maintain Office of Research web content, reporting resources, and digital accessibility standards to support effective communication and compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Pay Range

$57,940 – $90,000

Minimum Requirements

Associate's degree in a related field required and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for the education requirement.

Related Degree Fields

Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Finance, Research Administration, Public Administration, Statistics, or related fields.

Related Experience

Research analytics, institutional reporting, business intelligence, research administration, sponsored programs, financial reporting, data management, dashboard development, data governance, and higher education or research environments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• NSF HERD Survey reporting, research administration, research expenditure reporting, Oracle Financials, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, SQL, data governance, data validation and reconciliation, dashboard development, SharePoint, and digital accessibility (WCAG)
• Higher education, research administration, or institutional reporting experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, communication, collaboration, and customer service skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Information Technology

Organization

121000000 Research Technology & Communication

Employee Status

Regular

Shift

Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)

Onsite