Business Intelligence Specialist, Office of Innovation

Business Intelligence Specialist, Office of Innovation.

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Job Title:

Business Intelligence Specialist, Office of Innovation. Posting

Start Date:

2/6/26. Work Arrangement:
Onsite.

Current UC employees must apply internally via Success Factors

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting. The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference.

The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more .

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

The Business Intelligence Specialist will lead key initiatives across the Office of Innovation and the 1819 Innovation Hub. This role will collaborate closely with senior leadership to scope, plan, and execute high-impact projects aligned with the organization’s strategic priorities. Translate complex data into actionable insights that enhance business performance and inform strategic decision‑making. Work cross‑functionally to gather data requirements, develop dashboards, and deliver data‑driven recommendations that support innovation and operational excellence.

• Conduct research and data analysis to support decision‑making and strategy formulation.
• Develop data models and create KPIs that align with strategic business objectives.
• Coordinate and track business intelligence and development strategies.
• Leverage AI tools and methodologies to analyze data, generate insights, and support strategic business decisions.
• Actively manage corporate relations platform.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting to support ongoing business operations.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to inform project planning and strategic direction.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand business needs and deliver data‑driven solutions.
• Perform special projects related duties based on the needs of the Office of Innovation.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

• 3 Years of relevant experience

• Bachelor's Degree required; ideal in data‑related fields.

• Experience using strong analytical, project management and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) tools.
• Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and tools.
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and advanced formulas.
• Understanding of statistics and data modeling techniques.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights in a clear, concise manner.
• Attention to detail and data accuracy.

• Business acumen and ability to think strategically.
• Curiosity and willingness to dive deep into data.
• Collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: up to $100,000 annually dependent on candidate experience.

Comprehensive Tuition Remission: UC provides tuition remission for you and your…