Sr. Enterprise Research Administration Business Analyst
North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh, NC
Help advance NC State's research enterprise by supporting the systems that enable research administration across the University. As the Senior Business Analyst for the Enterprise Research Administration (ERA) System, you will play a critical role in the design, implementation, enhancement, and support of the University's enterprise research administration platform. Working closely with campus stakeholders and IT partners, you will develop and maintain solutions that support the full research lifecycle while ensuring reliable, efficient, and user-focused system functionality across multiple ERA modules.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Analysis & Solution Development
- Partner with campus stakeholders and IT teams to analyze business needs, develop functional and technical specifications, and design, configure, and enhance the Enterprise Research Administration (ERA) System.
- Support multiple ERA modules, including Conflict of Interest/Commitment, Animal Care & Use, Human Subjects, Proposal Development, Proposal Tracking, Subrecipient, and Post Award Management.
- Design, build, and implement practical, cost-effective business solutions that integrate seamlessly within a complex enterprise environment while evaluating emerging technologies for future organizational needs.
System Implementation & Project Management
- Prepare, maintain, and communicate project plans that support the full software development life cycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering through implementation and post-migration validation.
- Coordinate development activities, monitor project progress, and collaborate with campus and IT partners to ensure projects are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Support system configuration, code and integration development, testing, Subject Matter Expert (SME) training, and ongoing operational support.
Testing, Quality Assurance & Technical Support
- Perform detailed business analysis, solution development, regression testing, performance testing, and quality assurance activities to ensure system reliability and functionality.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, communicate project status, and support continuous system improvements through effective troubleshooting and issue resolution.
- Assist customers with defining requirements, implementing solutions, testing enhancements, and resolving technical and functional issues in a timely and effective manner.
If you are someone who enjoys solving complex business and technical challenges, collaborating with varied stakeholders, and developing enterprise solutions that support research and innovation, we encourage you to apply. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, have a passion for continuous improvement, and are committed to delivering high-quality systems and exceptional customer service, we'd love to have you join the Enterprise Research Administration team.
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