Process Automation Analyst, Sponsored Programs

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, remote work
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Mar 05, 2025
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY Works within the post-award teams to design, execute and investigate automation of analytical strategies to improve organizational research data and reporting. Uses data analytic skills and query data sources to develop novel methods for automating reports to increase efficiencies of cross-functional team members and ensure accuracy of output. Works under minimal supervision to use data and advanced analytics to provide information for Sponsored Programs Administration executive decision makers in the sponsored program delivery and financing domains. This position falls under a hybrid, mostly remote work schedule. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, healthcare statistics or similar field Experience 3 years of job-related experience in the Research Administration or Healthcare sector Preferred Experience Experience preferred with advanced excel tools SQL, SAS, Stata, SPSS, or similar statistical/data management tools. JOB DUTIES Designs, executes and investigates automation of analytical strategies to improve organizational research data and reporting. Is an integral member analyzing various reporting requirements to streamline sponsor requirements and set teams up for success with tools and templates which can be utilized across SPA teams. Focus on common errors which typically occur within our various reporting mechanisms to build corrections and fixes, preserving data integrity of the various systems relied upon for details. Uses data analytic skills and query data sources to develop novel methods for automating reports to increase efficiencies of cross-functional team members and ensure accuracy of output. Generates recommendations and presents analytic output to leadership to inform strategic and tactical decision-making which guides process improvement. Analyzes drivers of variances in reports to ensure automation accuracy. Works as a functional team member in post-award finance May work with other leaders across SPA or our front-line customers to review process improvement possibilities and work with IR and EDW for additional reporting tools and templates. Performs other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!