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Senior Analyst, Research

Classification Information

Research
Research identifies opportunities and provide institutional guidance for research programs to organize and focus strategic research efforts within and across traditional disciplinary boundaries to help researchers as they identify, pursue, capture, and deliver research programs.
Individual Contributor
In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.
Level 3
Senior: These positions require experience and education, act independently, and may provide some team leadership.
T - Technical/STEM
Technical roles, including technology and research.

Position Summary

The Senior Analyst within the Research discipline plays a critical role in supporting and advancing the university’s strategic research initiatives. This position is responsible for identifying emerging research opportunities, analyzing complex data and trends, and providing institutional guidance that helps shape and focus research programs. The Senior Analyst works closely with faculty, research teams, and administrative stakeholders to align research efforts across departments and disciplines, fostering collaboration and maximizing the impact of university-sponsored and externally funded research initiatives. Operating with a high level of independence, the Senior Analyst serves as a subject matter expert in research program evaluation and strategy. They are responsible for synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data, developing research impact assessments, and advising on best practices for proposal development and program implementation. Additionally, the Senior Analyst may lead efforts to design and improve internal processes that support the planning and execution of research goals, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and compliance with sponsor requirements. As a senior-level individual contributor, the Senior Analyst may mentor junior staff, lead working groups, and serve on cross-functional teams focused on research advancement. They are expected to exercise sound judgment in problem-solving and contribute significantly to long-term research planning and policy development. Through their analytical insights and strategic recommendations, the Senior Analyst supports the university’s mission to grow its research enterprise and strengthen its position as a leader in innovation and discovery.