Boston University · 8 hours ago
DATA ANALYST II, Research Admin & Operations
Boston University is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Data Analyst II to support the university's research administration systems. In this role, you will help migrate IRB and Grants & Agreements from the legacy Kuali platform to the Huron Research Suite, ensuring data integrity throughout the transition.
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Responsibilities
Design, configure, and maintain integration jobs between Huron modules and other university systems
Develop and troubleshoot APIs, ETL processes, and batch jobs to ensure seamless data flow
Monitor integration performance and implement error-handling and logging mechanisms
Provide functional support for Huron Research Suite modules
Assist end-users with workflows, issue resolution, and system navigation
Document processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps to support team knowledge and operational continuity
Support data migration activities, including mapping, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation
Collaborate with stakeholders to define migration requirements and ensure data integrity
Execute test migrations and troubleshoot issues during cutover and post-migration phases
Partner with IT and research administration staff to align technical solutions with business needs
Participate in system upgrades, module implementations, and regression testing
Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2 years of relevant experience
Experience with system integrations, ETL tools, and APIs
Background in data migration (mapping, cleansing, validation)
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and functional stakeholders
Preferred
Familiarity with Huron Research Suite or other research administration platforms
Experience with Research Administration systems or other higher education enterprise systems
Exposure to data governance practices such as stewardship, access controls, and lifecycle management
Benefits
Time Off: In addition to PTO and leave policy, BU employees have a paid intersession break and 13 paid holidays.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 2 years of eligible service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program for yourself and family members.
Boston University IS&T invests in our staff and their personal and professional growth.
We promote staff learning including lunch and learn sessions, an extensive library of online courses, Fun Advisory Board (FAB) arranges a number of events throughout the year and opportunities to engage with peers at NERCOMP and EDUCAUSE events.
Company
Boston University
Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with three primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world.
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$17.6MKey Investors
National Institutes of HealthNational Institute on Aging
2023-09-15Grant· $13.7M
2023-04-03Grant· $3.9M
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