University of California Riverside
Director, Research Systems
University of California Riverside, Riverside, California, United States, 92504
Director, Research SystemsJob ID:Location:
Remote/HybridSchedule:
8AM - 5PMCategory:
Research and DevelopmentSalary:
$90,400 - $169,000Full/Part Time:
Full-time(100%)Organization:
Research & Economic DevelopmentDepartment:
Research Admin & ComplianceApplication Deadline:
Open Until FilledPosition Information:The Director of Research Systems provides strategic direction and oversight for the RED systems which have broad, campus-wide impact, including the Kuali system as well as other related research and data systems, tools, and resources. RED systems support an important university function of obtaining and managing extramural sponsored research grants for training and public service projects. The Director provides direct supervision to other business systems analysts in the unit in their work related to system management, maintenance, data analytics, and reporting needs. The incumbent functions as an advisor to the unit, RED administration, and campus leadership. The Director analyzes and resolves problems, develops, applies and interprets policies, and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge.The full salary range for the Director, Research Systems is $87,300 - $169,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.Requirements:Educational RequirementsBachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. RequiredExperience Requirements6 - 10 years of related experience. RequiredExperience working with Kuali Research, Coeus, or other electronic research administration systems. PreferredPrevious supervisory/managerial experience. PreferredSpecial ConditionsMust pass a background check. RequiredMinimum RequirementsAdvanced knowledge of business and process analysis functions.Knowledge relating to the design of processes and software across the organization.Advanced skills and methodologies associated with process and software design, modification and implementation.Knowledge of business analysis processes and procedures and alignment and compliance with applicable policy and regulation.Knowledge of related areas of IT.Strong critical thinking, persuasion/negotiation, mentoring, leadership/management, problem solving, human resources policies and procedures relating to management responsibilities.Excellent oral and written communication, quantitative and analytical skills.Demonstrated skill in managing technical staff.Demonstrated stakeholder management knowledge, with the ability to communicate effectively and to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and staff at all levels.Additional Information:In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens in the nation. - Center for World University RankingsUCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit:
Employee Benefits OverviewJob Description Details:General InformationJob TitleBUS SYS ANL SUPV 2Job Code000540Grade24Department HeadCharles GreerSupervisorCharles GreerPositions Directly SupervisedJob CodeTitleFTE000657BUS SYS ANL 41007584BUS SYS ANL 31Generic ScopeProvides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.Custom ScopeReceives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals. Provides direction to staff according to established policies and management guidance. Administers policies that directly affect subordinate staff. Recommends changes to department policies and practices. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Provide priority setting and work flow analysis.Department Custom ScopeThe Director of Research Systems provides strategic direction and oversight for the RED systems which have broad, campus-wide impact, including the Kuali system as well as other related research and data systems, tools, and resources. RED systems support an important university function of obtaining and managing extramural sponsored research grants for training and public service projects. The Director provides direct supervision to other business systems analysts in the unit in their work related to system management, maintenance, data analytics, and reporting needs. The incumbent functions as an advisor to the unit, RED administration, and campus leadership. The Director analyzes and resolves problems, develops, applies and interprets policies, and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge.Key Responsibilities:Supervises the development of methods and procedures on new assignments and provides leadership to other members of the department. Provides specialized expertise to identify, evaluate and develop systems and procedures to meet users' needs.Understands business needs and how business systems can support those needs.Develops business processes with adequate business process controls and compliance aligned with regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance and business process controls.Creates highly technical specifications for systems with broad impact. Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating technology and implementation activities associated with Kuali Research, UCR's electronic research administration system. Coordinates with functional experts, system users, technical groups, and the vendor (KualiCo) to manage system functionality, coordinate system management tasks, and recommend solutions to system issues. Develops and delivers user training; and designs and maintains reports of system data.Communicates technical information in a clear and concise manner.Recommends hiring of new employees, salary actions, terminations, and performance ratings. Supervises other business system analysts in the unit.Supervises unit integration and acceptance testing activities.Oversees cross-functional teams to solve complex business or systems issues.Participates in the development and monitoring of policies and procedures for department or department operations.Participates in developing and monitoring operational and budget processes, staff FTE, finance, human resources and space planning.To apply, visit
https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/33139765
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Remote/HybridSchedule:
8AM - 5PMCategory:
Research and DevelopmentSalary:
$90,400 - $169,000Full/Part Time:
Full-time(100%)Organization:
Research & Economic DevelopmentDepartment:
Research Admin & ComplianceApplication Deadline:
Open Until FilledPosition Information:The Director of Research Systems provides strategic direction and oversight for the RED systems which have broad, campus-wide impact, including the Kuali system as well as other related research and data systems, tools, and resources. RED systems support an important university function of obtaining and managing extramural sponsored research grants for training and public service projects. The Director provides direct supervision to other business systems analysts in the unit in their work related to system management, maintenance, data analytics, and reporting needs. The incumbent functions as an advisor to the unit, RED administration, and campus leadership. The Director analyzes and resolves problems, develops, applies and interprets policies, and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge.The full salary range for the Director, Research Systems is $87,300 - $169,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.Requirements:Educational RequirementsBachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. RequiredExperience Requirements6 - 10 years of related experience. RequiredExperience working with Kuali Research, Coeus, or other electronic research administration systems. PreferredPrevious supervisory/managerial experience. PreferredSpecial ConditionsMust pass a background check. RequiredMinimum RequirementsAdvanced knowledge of business and process analysis functions.Knowledge relating to the design of processes and software across the organization.Advanced skills and methodologies associated with process and software design, modification and implementation.Knowledge of business analysis processes and procedures and alignment and compliance with applicable policy and regulation.Knowledge of related areas of IT.Strong critical thinking, persuasion/negotiation, mentoring, leadership/management, problem solving, human resources policies and procedures relating to management responsibilities.Excellent oral and written communication, quantitative and analytical skills.Demonstrated skill in managing technical staff.Demonstrated stakeholder management knowledge, with the ability to communicate effectively and to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and staff at all levels.Additional Information:In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens in the nation. - Center for World University RankingsUCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit:
Employee Benefits OverviewJob Description Details:General InformationJob TitleBUS SYS ANL SUPV 2Job Code000540Grade24Department HeadCharles GreerSupervisorCharles GreerPositions Directly SupervisedJob CodeTitleFTE000657BUS SYS ANL 41007584BUS SYS ANL 31Generic ScopeProvides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.Custom ScopeReceives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals. Provides direction to staff according to established policies and management guidance. Administers policies that directly affect subordinate staff. Recommends changes to department policies and practices. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Provide priority setting and work flow analysis.Department Custom ScopeThe Director of Research Systems provides strategic direction and oversight for the RED systems which have broad, campus-wide impact, including the Kuali system as well as other related research and data systems, tools, and resources. RED systems support an important university function of obtaining and managing extramural sponsored research grants for training and public service projects. The Director provides direct supervision to other business systems analysts in the unit in their work related to system management, maintenance, data analytics, and reporting needs. The incumbent functions as an advisor to the unit, RED administration, and campus leadership. The Director analyzes and resolves problems, develops, applies and interprets policies, and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge.Key Responsibilities:Supervises the development of methods and procedures on new assignments and provides leadership to other members of the department. Provides specialized expertise to identify, evaluate and develop systems and procedures to meet users' needs.Understands business needs and how business systems can support those needs.Develops business processes with adequate business process controls and compliance aligned with regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance and business process controls.Creates highly technical specifications for systems with broad impact. Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating technology and implementation activities associated with Kuali Research, UCR's electronic research administration system. Coordinates with functional experts, system users, technical groups, and the vendor (KualiCo) to manage system functionality, coordinate system management tasks, and recommend solutions to system issues. Develops and delivers user training; and designs and maintains reports of system data.Communicates technical information in a clear and concise manner.Recommends hiring of new employees, salary actions, terminations, and performance ratings. Supervises other business system analysts in the unit.Supervises unit integration and acceptance testing activities.Oversees cross-functional teams to solve complex business or systems issues.Participates in the development and monitoring of policies and procedures for department or department operations.Participates in developing and monitoring operational and budget processes, staff FTE, finance, human resources and space planning.To apply, visit
https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/33139765
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