We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support the implementation of a comprehensive research administration software suite at Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH). Our healthcare network is moving from disparate legacy systems to a single, integrated research administration platform. This system will encompass pre-award and post-award grants management, contracting, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), and other research administration functions. The Business Analyst will serve as a liaison between stakeholders and the technical implementation team, closely collaborating with the project sponsors, key stakeholders, and subject matter experts to ensure the solution meets institutional needs while supporting regulatory compliance and operational excellence. Post-implementation, this position will support the ongoing process improvement, system maintenance and adaptation, and training. Job Description: Essential Responsibilities but not limited to: 3 Conduct interviews with key stakeholders across BILH hospital sites to understand current workflows and future-state requirements3 Document and analyze existing processes from disparate legacy systems.3 Translate business needs into detailed functional requirements.3 Identify opportunities for process improvement, standardization, and consolidation as BILH transitions to a single system3 Collaborate with technical teams and vendor consultants to configure the research administration suite to meet institutional requirements across the BILH network3 Participate in system design sessions to ensure workflows align with academic medical center operations and regulatory requirements3 Review and validate system configurations, integrations with existing systems (ERP, HR, finance, e.g. Workday, Epic, iLabs, etc.), and data migration strategies from multiple legacy platforms3 Support development of custom reports, dashboards, and analytics capabilities3 Map and document current and future-state business processes.3 Ensure processes support compliance with federal regulations (NIH, NSF, FDA, OMB Uniform Guidance, etc.) and institutional policies3 Recommend process improvements that leverage system capabilities while maintaining regulatory compliance Required Qualifications: 3 Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Healthcare Administration, or related field3 3-5 years of business analysis experience3 Experience with enterprise software implementations or large-scale system projects3 Proven ability to gather requirements, document processes, and translate business needs into technical specifications3 Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills3 Proficiency with process mapping tools and MS Office suite Preferred Qualifications: 3 Experience in healthcare, higher education, or research administration environments3 Familiarity with grants management, research compliance, or sponsored programs3 Knowledge of research administration platforms (e.g., InfoEd, Cayuse, OnCore, CLICK)3 Project management experience3 Experience with Workday and/or other ERP system integrations Work Environment: This position will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including IT, research administration, compliance, finance, and clinical departments across the BILH network. The role requires flexibility to accommodate project timelines and may include occasional evening or weekend work during critical implementation phases. Pay Range: $80,000.00 USD - $120,000.00 USD The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.