RIS Business Analyst

2 weeks ago


College Station, United States The Texas A&M University System Full time

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

The Research Information Systems department, also known as MAESTRO, supports the mission of Sponsored Research Services (SRS) through development, implementation, and maintenance of the Maestro enterprise information system. This system supports researchers across The Texas A&M University System. By maintaining and improving Maestro, our employees serve a critical role in the advancement of the research goals of the university.

What We Want

Research Information Systems (RIS) is seeking a Business Analyst who performs routine business analysis support functions for Maestro / Research Information Systems. This position maintains the JIRA activities of the support team and provides quality assurance and user support functions to RIS stakeholders. We seek to hire a candidate who will support our commitment to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences per our Core Values. The qualified candidate must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience with business analysis, knowledge of project management, MAESTRO system and Research Administration policies, processes and procedures is preferred. We are looking to hire a candidate who is a team player and who will promote collaboration and cooperation while working within a team. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.

What You Need To Know

Proposed Minimum Salary: $4,.34/monthly

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Position Details: Hybrid/Remote Work Option: Due to the nature of this position, a hybrid or remote work arrangement may be available for workplace flexibility.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Four months (one semester) of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

One year experience with business analysis.

Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Knowledge of project management, mentoring, negotiation skills, basic vendor relations, client relations skills, proposal writing, business acumen, and quality assurance methodologies.

Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Knowledge of Research Administration policies processes and procedures.

Knowledge of the Maestro system.

Responsibilities

Business Analysis:  Helps collect, analyze, review, document, and define the RIS system scope based on business needs and requirements. Assesses client needs through direct interaction. Helps create detailed functional and technical system specifications and defines data requirements. Helps document business requirements and creates detailed functional and technical system specifications. Documents current business processes and prepares business and technical requirements for new or existing individual applications or module functions. Performs other duties as assigned.

JIRA Management:  Refines descriptions and requirements of Maestro project JIRA’s as needing based on feedback received or a lack of needed information. Assist with Release Closeout process to include closing JIRA’s, follow up with users and creation of Release Notes. Support JIRA creation for user documentation updates needed as they are identified. Helps perform scheduled reviews of open JIRA’s assigned to the support team to ensure statuses and comments are updated regularly.

Quality Assurance:  Participates in the testing of Maestro components across multiple functional areas.

User Support:  Serves as a point of contact for routine questions or requests by assignment from the Maestro Support JIRA’s. Attend meetings with users on specific projects or general topics as a representative of the relevant Maestro project team.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee


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