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Boston University Information Services & Technology (IS&T) 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 BUs legacy Kuali platform to the Huron Research Suite, ensuring data integrity throughout the transition. The position involves data migration, designing and maintaining system integrations, and providing functional support to ensure reliable operations across research administration modules already in use, including IACUC, AOps, and COI. This is a two-year, term-limited position with hybrid/remote scheduling options.

Key Responsibilities

• Integration Development & Maintenance
• 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.
• Functional Support & User Assistance
• 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.
• Data Migration & Management
• 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.
• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
• 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.

Required Skills

• 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).
• Familiarity with Huron Research Suite or other research administration platforms preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and functional stakeholders.

Bonus Qualifications:

If you do not meet these, you are still encouraged to apply; we value employees with a willingness to learn.

• Experience with Research Administration systems or other higher education enterprise systems.
• Exposure to data governance practices such as stewardship, access controls, and lifecycle management.

Cover Letter required to apply for this position.

Boston University offers an excellent benefits package including: 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. Check out https://www.bu.edu/wellness/ and https://www.bu.edu/hr/part-time-employee-perks/ for more information! 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. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the employment application process, please contact the Equal Opportunity Office at 617-353-6474. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We, at IS&T, appreciate each individual's knowledge, experiences and insights which enhance who we are, and as our DEIA knowledge and practice grows, we will ensure that our Mission, Vision, & Practices remain equitable and welcoming to all.

Required Experience

• 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).
• Familiarity with Huron Research Suite or other research administration platforms preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and functional stakeholders.

Bonus Qualifications:

If you do not meet these, you are still encouraged to apply; we value employees with a willingness to learn.

• Experience with Research Administration systems or other higher education enterprise systems.
• Exposure to data governance practices such as stewardship, access controls, and lifecycle management.

Cover Letter required to apply for this position.

Boston University offers an excellent benefits package including: 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. Check out https://www.bu.edu/wellness/ and https://www.bu.edu/hr/part-time-employee-perks/ for more information! 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. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the employment application process, please contact the Equal Opportunity Office at 617-353-6474. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We, at IS&T, appreciate each individual's knowledge, experiences and insights which enhance who we are, and as our DEIA knowledge and practice grows, we will ensure that our Mission, Vision, & Practices remain equitable and welcoming to all.