Project Technologist/Office of Academic Research (UEC)

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
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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, data-driven solutions that reduce administrative burden and improve compliance. Core responsibilities include designing, building, and maintaining enterprise-grade 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 mission-critical 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 monitoring and 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