Project Technologist/Office of Academic Research (UEC)

California State University, San
Bernardino

Job no: 556353
Work type: Auxiliary
Location: Southern California|San Bernardino
– San Bernardino Campus
Categories: Bargaining Unit|Excluded,Job Search Category/Discipline|Administrative,Appointment
Type|At-Will,Appointment Type|Temporary,Time Basis|Part Time,Job Search Category/Discipline|Information Systems & Technology,Workplace Type
(Exclude Inst Fac)|On-site (work in-person at business location)

Under the direction of the Chief Research Officer, the Project
Technologist provides specialized, high-level technical leadership to the Office of Academic Research (OAR) by architecting and
operationalizing information systems that modernize and automate sponsored research administration. The incumbent serves as OAR’s primary
technologist for analytics and AI initiatives, translating complex, multi-step pre-award and post-award business rules (grants, contracts,
and cooperative agreements) into secure, scalable, datadriven solutions that reduce administrative burden and improve compliance. Core
responsibilities include designing, building, and maintaining enterprisegrade Power BI research and funding dashboards for executive
decision support; developing AI/agentic applications and chatbots that guide faculty and staff through funding discovery, policy
interpretation, and reporting; and integrating data across campus and OAR platforms to create a single, governed source of truth for the
Chief Research Officer. This work is missioncritical to OAR’s ability to grow research activity and is performed on campus in close
collaboration with leadership and administrative units. The position requires advanced knowledge of information systems, business
intelligence, and applied AI – and the ability to align technology with university research strategies.

About University
Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB

(This is not a state position)

University Enterprises Corporation
at CSUSB (“UEC”) supports the university’s educational mission by providing quality services that complement the instructional program. The
University depends upon UEC to provide services that cannot be supported with state funds. We’re responsible for business enterprises on
campus including, but not limited to, dining, bookstore, convenience store, and vending services. We also serve as the grantee for federal,
state, and local funding for research and sponsored projects.

Position Summary

Temporary, Staff, Part-Time,
Non-Benefited position through 1/31/2027 (Appointment may be renewed annually based upon availability of funds, availability of work and
satisfactory job performance).

Salary: $28.00 per hour.

Location: CSUSB Campus.

Work Schedule

19 hours per week. Typically Monday through Friday within the range of 8:00AM to 5:00PM. Some
nights and weekends may be required.

First Review Deadline

This position will remain open until filled.

Typical Activities

Under minimal supervision of the Associate Provost for Academic Research, the Project
Technologist will work independently to:

• Analyze end-to-end sponsored research administration processes in the Office of Academic
  Research – including intake, routing, review, pre-award preparation, and post-award monitoringand translate those business rules into
  automated, technology-enabled solutions that reduce manual work for staff and leadership.
• The role will develop, enhance, and
  maintain enterprise-style Power BI dashboards that provide real-time visibility into proposal pipelines, awarded projects, IDC/recovery,
  college and PI participation, and other KPIs needed by the Chief Research Officer for decision support.
• In addition to BI, the
  position will design and deploy AI- and agent-based applications (including chatbots) that help faculty and OAR staff locate funding
  opportunities, interpret OAR policies and campus procedures, generate standard communications, and surface the right forms and guidance at
  the right time, thereby improving turnaround and consistency.
• The incumbent will integrate data from existing university platforms
  and OAR sources (such as InfoReady-like systems, spreadsheets, Qualtrics, or research-tracking files) to create a single, governed
  analytical layer with defined refresh schedules, role-based access, and documentation.
• The position will also produce
  executive-facing reporting for the Chief Research Officer, converting complex technical outputs into usable visualizations and narratives,
  while training OAR staff to adopt these tools and providing ongoing iteration based on user feedback.
• Because these solutions are
  mission-critical to OAR’s research operations, all work must follow campus security, data privacy, and sustainability standards so that
  solutions are maintainable within OAR after deployment and require the advanced technical expertise of the incumbent.
• Some regional
  travel for conferences may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Science or Computer Engineering or related field.
  
  
• Experience:
  • Skilled in
    designing and delivering data-driven solutions, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and equipping students with practical skills in
    management and analytics.
  • Proven ability to bridge academic and industry practices to enhance learning outcomes and prepare
    students for impactful careers.
  
  
• Other:
  • Teaching & Curriculum Development: Expertise in
    designing and delivering student-centered, experiential learning programs that integrate real-world business and management concepts.
  • Data Analytics & Visualization: Proficient in Python, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI for analyzing and visualizing complex datasets to
    drive insights and decision-making.
  • Leadership & Industry Engagement: Skilled in developing collaborative initiatives that bridge
    academic and industry practices, mentoring teams, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Communication & Engagement:
    Adept at facilitating impactful workshops, delivering professional presentations, and engaging with diverse stakeholders to promote
    educational and organizational goals.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in
  Information Systems and Technology – Business Intelligence & Analytics.

Benefits Include:

• Sick pay
  accruals
• Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, State Disability Insurance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB is committed to a diverse workforce and affirmative action, and is an equal opportunity
employer. UEC maintains and promotes a policy of non-discrimination and non-harassment on the basis of race, sex, gender, color, age,
religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition,
genetic characteristics, status as a disabled veteran, or disabled veteran of the Vietnam era.

To view the UEC Affirmative Action
Program, please contact UEC Human Resources at UEC-HR@csusb.edu Monday through Friday between
the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm.

As an equal opportunity employer, University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB (UEC) is committed to a
diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable
accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access UEC’s career website as a result of your disability. You may
request reasonable accommodations by contacting UEC’s Human Resources Manager at UEC-HR@csusb.edu.

EEO AA Policy Statement

Employment of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans

Supplemental
Information

UEC is an EOE – Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans. This position will remain open until filled. This has been
designated as a sensitive position. The selected candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation to include a criminal
history check prior to appointment.

Applications close:

To apply, please visit: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/sb/en-us/job/556353

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