Director, Business Intelligence & Analytics - University of California, Irvine

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (CFCCC) is a campus-wide multidisciplinary matrix organization whose goal is to promote and enhance cancer-relevant research and patient care at UC Irvine. The CFCCC provides research resources to its 300+ faculty and clinician members and offers multidisciplinary cancer care to its patients.

Oversees daily operations and provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals and objectives in accordance with established policies. Reviews recommendations for programs and initiatives. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines optimal deployment of resources to meet schedules and achieve goals.

The Director, Business Intelligence (BI) & Analytics reports to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) at the UCI Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (CFCCC). This role is responsible for transforming data into actionable insights to support strategic planning, operational efficiency, and compliance with the National Cancer Institute (NCI) P30 Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) requirements for data collection and reporting. The NCI designation has a vital reputational and financial impact for CFCCC, UCI and UCI Health. Adherence to the guidelines of the CCSG is mandatory and involves ongoing monitoring of the organization for structure, direction, and fiscal management.

Responsibilities include:
• Strategic Leadership: Sets the vision and strategy for BI & Analytics at CFCCC ensuring alignment with overall goals.
• Data Strategy: Develops and implements data strategies, including governance, quality, and integration, to ensure reliable and actionable insights and accurate and timely reporting.
• Team Management: Leads the BI & Analytics team of analysts.
• Analytics Oversight: Manages the design, development and deployment of analytical models and BI tools to support CFCCC business functions and NCI P30 CCSG requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Works with UCI, UCI Health and CFCCC leadership to identify key business questions and deliver insights that drive decision-making.
• Technology and Tools: Evaluates and selects BI and analytics tools and ensures their effective integration and use across CFCCC.

Required:

• Strong knowledge of business intelligence principles, concepts and methodologies.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, assign, and delegate work, and effectively prioritize.
• Ability to effectively manage and influence professionals. Ability to create and maintain a climate of collaboration and trust.
• Ability to analyze information, think conceptually and formulate effective solutions.
• Ability to work effectively with senior management on operational and performance issues. Ability to build relationships and mentor staff.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to communicate technical language and layman's terms.
• Proven ability to deliver presentations to large and / or diverse audiences.
• Proven conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Access), BI / database applications and reporting tools.
• Proficient in Tableau software and/or other data visualization software tools
• Experience in Advarra Forte’s Research Evaluation System (EVAL), Enterprise Research System (OnCore), and Agilent’s Core Facilities Management Software (iLab)
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• A minimum of 10 years of directly related professional experience responsible for informatics/database/IT in an academic or research environment required.
• Experience with large multidisciplinary, multi-component research grants (e.g., Cancer Center Support Grant) required.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of pertinent policies, procedures, regulations and requirements of UC, State, Federal, and other agencies pertaining to research and administrative management of grants and contracts
• Knowledge of University of California policies about research administration, finances and human resources
• Master’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Special Conditions:

• Requires travel to the Orange campus, Irvine campus, and off-site locations for meetings/events.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license. Position is subject to the California DMV’s Pull Notice System and continued employment is contingent on proof of satisfactory driving record.
• Requires regional travel within California multiple times per year.
• Requires annual attendance at national meetings held in different U.S. locations.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.