Process Improvement Senior Analyst

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan

Job summary

Ohio State University in Columbus is seeking a Process Improvement Senior Analyst to lead internal consulting and drive cross-functional process improvements across the Cancer Program and OSUWMC. You will guide projects from rapid cycle to DMAIC, interfacing with leadership, clinicians, and staff to remove barriers and achieve measurable outcomes.

The role requires advanced data analytics, problem solving, and change management capabilities, with a Masters or 8+ years of experience, and Lean/Six

Qualifications

• Masters degree in operations management or industrial engineering or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience; or a Bachelor's in industrial engineering or equivalent with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification or PMP preferred.
• Excellent analytical and written/oral communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement initiatives across the Cancer Program and OSUWMC.
• Interface with all levels of the organization and lead cross-functional teams.
• Identify and remove barriers to achieve process improvement goals.
• Proactively identify opportunities to significantly impact organizational goals.
• Demonstrate problem solving, change management, and strong data analytics skills.

Skills

Problem solving

Change management

Leadership

Coaching

Data analytics

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Statistical analysis

Operations research

Education

Masters degree in operations management or industrial engineering

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

Job Title:

Process Improvement Senior Analyst

Department:

James | Operations Improvement

Scope of Position

The department of Operations Improvement is located at Ackerman Building, 660 Ackerman Road. Projects will entail traveling to anywhere in the James and Ohio State University Medical Complex. The primary working hours are from 8:00am to 5:00pm, but these times may shift when working on specific projects. An example of this is facilitating a process improvement team at 7:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. with clinicians and performing value stream map observation on night shift for a period of time.

Position Summary

This position serves as an internal consultant leading process improvement initiatives across the mission areas of the Cancer Program and OSUWMC. This position will interface with all levels of the organization and will lead and facilitate cross functional teams to improve processes. Additionally, this position will identify and remove barriers that prevent successful attainment of process improvement goals and responsible for proactively identifying process improvement opportunities to significantly impact organizational goals. The candidate must be able to demonstrate exceptional problem solving and change management capabilities, advanced leadership and coaching skills, advance data analytic skills (operations research, statistical analysis to determine optimal and solution, etc.), and strong project management skills to successfully plan and implement a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from small rapid cycle projects to larger DMAIC initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications For Hire

Masters degree in operations management or industrial engineering or equivalent accompanied with at least 4 years of relevant experience; or a Bachelors degree in industrial engineering or equivalent and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Significant experience in performance/process improvement, change management, and DMAIC/Lean implementation. Experience managing, executing, and sustaining major change initiatives with quantifiable results partnered with project management experience. Lean/Six Sigma certification or PMP preferred. Excellent analytical skills, written and oral communication skills, and project management skills. Proficient in the use of simulation software tools. Ability to facilitate large cross functional groups. Health care experience preferred.

Career Roadmap

FUNCTION: Quality

SUB-FUNCTION: Process Improvement and Management Engineering

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Specialized

CAREER LEVEL: S3

Additional Information

Location: Ackerman Rd, 660 (0242)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.