Research Technology Analyst

Acord (association For Cooperative Operations Research And Development); Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Technology Analyst to bridge the gap between faculty and IT staff within the College of Engineering. This pivotal role involves identifying and translating research and instructional computing needs into actionable IT solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operations analysis and experience in high-performance computing, networking, and IoT technologies. Join a vibrant academic environment that emphasizes innovation and leadership in engineering disciplines, where your contributions will directly impact research and education.

Benefits

Vacation and Sick Leave

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Campus Discounts

Qualifications

• Master's degree with two years of experience or a bachelor's with four years.
• Experience in business or operations analysis in academic settings.

Responsibilities

• Liaison between faculty and IT staff to meet computing needs.
• Translate research needs into actionable IT requirements.

Skills

Operations Analysis

Business Analysis

Systems Programming

Strong Communication Skills

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

Networking Technologies

Storage Solutions

IoT Technologies

Linux

Windows

Job description

Description:

The Research Technology Analyst for Engineering Computing serves as a critical liaison between faculty and IT staff within the College of Engineering.

This role is responsible for identifying, documenting, and translating faculty research and instructional computing needs into actionable requirements for IT solutions.

The Research Technology Analyst will collaborate with faculty across diverse engineering disciplines, ensuring their computing needs are met in areas such as High-Performance Computing (HPC), networking, storage, IoT, Linux, Windows, and other relevant technologies.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

North Carolina A & T State University (NCA & TSU) is a public land grant high research activity university with approximately 14,000 students. It is committed to teaching and learning, scholarly research, and public service.

The College of Engineering (COE), with about 2,500 students, offers 5 Doctoral programs, 8 Masters of Science programs, and ABET-accredited undergraduate programs in various engineering disciplines and Computer Science. The college emphasizes leadership, innovation, and research in areas like Autonomous Systems, Cybersecurity, Energy, Healthcare, and Complex Systems. More information can be found at www.ncat.edu/coe.

Requirements:

Master's degree with two years of experience in operations analysis, business analysis, systems programming, or a bachelor's degree with four years of relevant experience.

Preferred:

• Graduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in a business analyst or similar role, preferably in academia or research
• Experience with IT requirements for grant-funded research
• Knowledge of HPC, networking, storage, IoT technologies
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders at all levels

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit an electronic application; resumes alone are not accepted. Veteran applicants should attach a DD 214 form. Final candidates will undergo background checks. NC A&T is an E-Verify employer and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, or other protected categories.

Employee Benefits:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Campus discounts

Work Arrangement: This position may be remote or hybrid, subject to university and state policies. Employees are generally expected to reside within two hours of the campus in North Carolina.

Job Closing Date: 07/06/2025