Research Reporting & Business Analyst I

Position: Research Reporting & Business Analyst I

Department: Research Finance

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Remote

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Research Reporting & Business Analyst I supports research finance and administrative leadership by developing, maintaining, and analyzing research metrics, dashboards, and operational reports to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent data-driven decision-making. This role consolidates research reporting and analytics functions into a centralized resource, assisting with data quality reviews, financial and operational analysis, and process improvement initiatives across the research enterprise. The position operates under general supervision, exercises independent judgment in data analysis and reporting, and impacts research leadership, departmental operations, and institutional reporting accuracy.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare research metrics, dashboards, and recurring reports for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery (20%).

• Analyze monthly research financial and operational reporting, identify risks, trends, and opportunities, and communicate findings to leadership with recommended actions (18%).

• Maintain reporting schedules and tracking tools for institutional and departmental deliverables to ensure timely submission of required research reports (10%).

• Conduct data analysis of research administration and operational performance using multiple datasets to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement (15%).

• Support development and maintenance of research dashboards and data visualization tools in collaboration with research data and analytics teams (10%).

• Perform data quality reviews, identify discrepancies, and collaborate with relevant teams to resolve issues and improve data integrity (10%).

• Support ad-hoc reporting requests from senior leadership and department chairs, including tracking, analysis, and recommendations for reporting enhancements (8%).

• Assist in the development of indirect cost rate proposals, fringe analysis, and research space survey reporting by preparing data summaries and reconciliations (5%).

• Maintain documentation, standard operating procedures, and content for research reporting resources and web-based tools to ensure accuracy and accessibility (4%).

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Public Health, Health Administration, or related field required, or equivalent combination of education and 1+ years of relevant experience in research, finance, data analysis, or reporting.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in research administration, healthcare finance, or institutional reporting environments; familiarity with dashboards, data visualization tools, and large dataset analysis is highly desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs):

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools

• Experience with reporting and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) preferred

• Ability to interpret and translate complex data into clear, actionable insights

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines and priorities

• Understanding of research administration, financial concepts, or healthcare operations preferred

• Collaborative mindset with ability to work across teams and levels of leadership

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. 

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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