What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Intelligence Analyst - ACTRI - Hybrid - 140574 position at UC San Diego?
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 07/24/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite in La Jolla and remote.
The Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI) is an NIH-funded Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) institution that provides the infrastructure to support high-quality and innovative translational research. ACTRI's vision is to translate scientificdiscoveries into improved health by delivering education, training, and infrastructure for clinical research in the San Diego area and beyond.
Clinical Research Transformation (CRT) provides comprehensive support to departments and units in Health Sciences performing clinical research to ensure high-performance in clinical research operations and administration. Working closely with Clinical Research Units including the ACTRI, this position is part of the Senior Associate Vice Chancellor team and is part of the UC San Diego Health Sciences organization which is a $1 billion organization encompassing 16 departments (14 clinical, 2 basic sciences), 2 professional schools (School of Medicine and Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences), 2 hospitals, and various other programs and units all dedicated towards fulfilling the Health Sciences missions of education, scientific research, clinical care, and community outreach. As a top ranking, future oriented organization, we offer challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. We are looking for top talent that possess the personal characteristics of integrity, strategic thinking, intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and teamwork.
Applies skills and experience as a seasoned business analytics professional to projects of medium size at all levels of complexity, or to portions of large, multidimensional projects. Support units by monitoring performance metrics, interpreting dashboards preparing reports, and recommending continuous improvement opportunities.
Technical Support: implements data validation, quality checks, and monitoring processes to ensure data integrity and accuracy; support measurement of outcomes across Units and programs; expertise in data visualization (e.g. Tableau); assists with presentations and reports for leadership; assists with creation and maintenance of technical documentation (SOPs); provides admin support for Units (e.g. Monday.com); recommends and implements process improvements based on data insights and system usage patterns; and establishes and tracks KPIs and performance metrics for programs and systems.
Operational Support: develops SOPs for user training and support; gathers requirements for system/process improvements; and provides project management and other support as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSSeven years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus three years of related experience/training.
Thorough knowledge of business intelligence functions, analytics, industry standards and best practices.
Thorough knowledge of relevant internal databases, BI applications and tools. Ability to produce high-quality reports and documentation.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage complex information, assess problems, and develop and effective solutions.
Detail oriented, with ability to manage time and organize competing priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise manner.
Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with a broad range of professional and technical staff.
Proven ability to serve as a technical resource providing advice and counsel on business intelligence issues.
Ability to analyze complex datasets and systems issues and develop scalable solutions.
Ability to translate data into actionable insights and influence stakeholders.
Ability to use programming languages and data tools to design, develop, test, and maintain scalable data pipelines and workflows.
Advanced experience designing, implementing, and managing large-scale online survey systems (e.g., REDCap, Qualtrics), including complex branching logic, data validation, participant tracking, and integration with data pipelines for analysis and reporting.
Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
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Annual Full Pay Range: $90,600 - $166,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $43.39 - $79.69
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
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Salary : $90,600 - $166,400