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University of Pennsylvania
Business Systems Analyst Senior
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A Business Analyst provides strategic management consulting to companies and businesses. Advises on ways to improve operations, increase efficiency, reduce costs and increase revenues; may recommend systems or organizational change. May specialize in an area of business practice or a specific industry; may also specialize in consulting with government agencies.
$96,282 / year median in Pennsylvania
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Business Systems Analyst Senior University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Business Systems Analyst Senior Job Profile Title Business Systems Analyst Senior Job Description Summary Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer at the Penn Center for Innovation (PCI), the Senior Business Systems Analyst will be responsible for providing a full range of systems support, project management, critical analysis and software support for PCI staff and the university research community. The position serves both as a technical and business analyst supporting PCI systems including some hosted/maintained centrally by Information Systems and Computing (ISC) and others supplied/hosted by external vendors. The incumbent will have strong work autonomy; support sql database systems, including writing queries, functions; conduct project planning, project management, and project implementation; and offer technical advice and support for IT solutions and initiatives; lead appropriate standards and requirement gathering in order to translate business needs into technical solutions; conduct tests or test planning sessions; provide input for feasibility and prepare user/technical documentation. The Senior Business Systems Analyst will investigate, explore & recommend new technology solutions to appropriately solve business issues; understand and implement responsible adoption of AI-enabled tools, including evaluation of value, risk, privacy, accessibility, and support implications. They will understand the interoperability between systems and processes that impact multiple computing environments, work to detailed schedules; devise procedures to solve complex problems utilizing emerging technology considering infrastructure requirements & limitations; & effectively balance the delivery of solutions which streamline processes & provide an improved customer service experience. They will ensure excellent communication with all stakeholders, securing appropriate buy-in & approvals where necessary. The position supervises the Business Systems Analyst, and oversees the relationship with Hire IT including desktop support and inventory management. Job Description Job Responsibilities Employs project management techniques to perform upgrades, new module installs, and system configuration request for Minuet application software. Leads in the development, validation and execution of comprehensive implementation and test plans. Leads effort to devise, design and formulate systems requirements, both computer and application, for new software requests and AI utilization. Communicates clearly defined specs to clients. Devise or modify project plans to solve complex problems and/or implement new software applications. Serves as System Administrator for Inteum application and manages relationships with vendors, consultants, and Penn ISC as it pertains to support of Inteum. Performs security administration, training, and user provisioning activities. Performs routine operational support defined in departmental operating procedures which include error log management, batch process oversight, maintenance activities, sql query development, performance monitoring, and system configuration. Work with the Communication and Marketing Manager to manage and support PCI's website Acts as direct supervisor of the Business Systems Analyst Effectively manages relationship and support provided by Hire IT Qualifications Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience in IT applications and/or business process analysis or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Intermediate SQL or other programming skills. Progressively responsible experience within large scale administrative computing environment; strong technology skills, creative, innovative in the use of technology. Excellent analytical & problem solving skills and demonstrated experience in needs assessment and requirements gathering. Excellent project management and communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies. Demonstrated experience in project leadership and relationship management highly desired. Familiarity with responsible adoption of AI-enabled tools, including evaluation of value, risk, privacy, accessibility, and support implications. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work effectively within tight turnaround schedules. Familiarity with technology commercialization, IP law, and/or technology licensing. Excellent customer service, verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills. Application Requirement A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed. Job Location - City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School Provost's Center Pay Range $84,961.00 - $115,000.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.