Enterprise Applications Management Analyst

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In support of The Ohio State University’s Research and Innovation activities, the Enterprise Applications Management Analyst will work within the Enterprise for Research, Innovation, and Knowledge (ERIK) for the OR Information Systems group (ORIS). ORIS implements and supports applications that facilitate the business processes of all the units within ERIK.

The selected candidate will manage and enhance research administration systems to improve reportability, reliability, consistency, and efficiency within all ERIK administrative units. Examples of these units include (but are not limited to):

• University Lab Animal Resources
• Office of Responsible Research Practices
• Office of Research Compliance
• Office of Sponsored Programs
• Office of Secure Research
• ERIK Human Resources
• ERIK Business Office
• ERIK Help Desk
• Supported research centers

General responsibilities include evaluating existing systems and processes; providing recommendations for process and technical changes; implementing business processes when able to do so using existing software in a no-code or low-code environment; establishing and managing client relationships; developing requirements and processes for leading and supporting the implementation of these changes.

As business processes are implemented or improved, the selected candidate is responsible for assisting the process owner in the transitory process including providing support and guidance to staff members, investigating process implementation errors, data corrections, compliance reporting, and temporary workarounds to the suggested process as appropriate. 

The Enterprise Application Analyst will interface with local and university operations and work with development teams to drive a culture of continuous quality improvement for the systems they oversee.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or other relevant technical experience.
• Two years of relevant experience working and communicating with individuals with varying skill sets.
• Demonstrates exceptional technical problem-solving skills.
• Shows familiarity with the complexities of running enterprise systems.
• Demonstrates strong math and logic skills for implementing complex business processes.
• Working knowledge of modern development and application integration techniques and practices.
• Experience in using commercially available or open-source technologies to create business solutions.

• Experience with business process technologies, such as Microsoft Power Platform.
• Experience with DocuSign.
• Experience with ticketing systems such as osTicket.
• Working knowledge of collaboration tools such as Teams and SharePoint.
• Working knowledge of Smartsheet, Qualtrics, Tableau, Splunk, Workday or other billing systems, and/or inventory management or animal census systems.
• Experience implementing business processes from scratch.
• Experience with retrofitting functionality into existing systems. Experience establishing and using metrics to drive business process and workplace cultural changes.

• A resume is required to be submitted at the time of application to be considered for this position.
• A cover letter is desired.

The salary range for this position is $70,100 - $91,600. The salary offer for this position will fall within this range based on the candidate's qualifications, internal equity, and the unit's available budget, which will be the primary determining factor.

This position offers the option for a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a combination of on-site and remote work, and requires residency near central Ohio by the established start date.

Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for a work visa for this position.

Join the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge (ERIK) at The Ohio State University and become a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of discovery and innovation. ERIK positions Ohio State to expand curiosity-driven research and creative expression, further develop our research community of faculty, staff, and students, and grow the innovation ecosystem to address big challenges and improve communities locally and globally. We are seeking passionate individuals who are committed to making a meaningful impact through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. To learn more about our mission and work, please visit https://erik.osu.edu/.

The ERIK Office of Research Information Systems (ORIS) data team is responsible for providing services related to Data Analysis, Engineering, Integration, Management, Reporting and Security to all units and centers within ERIK. 

Function: Information Technology

Subfunction: Enterprise Applications Management

Career Level: S2

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