Business Associate (iFAB Data and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Associate)
Integrated Bioprocessing Research Laboratory (IBRL)
Be a part of our story. The Illinois Fermentation and Agriculture Biomanufacturing (iFAB) Tech Hub was awarded $51M in implementation funding in July 2024. This federally-funded program has a goal of becoming a global leader in biomanufacturing and precision fermentation over the next decade. The economic development mission of the Hub is an exciting opportunity to engage with partners across the Central Illinois region and the state.
iFAB is led by the Integrated Bioprocessing Research Laboratory (IBRL) in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering. IBRL serves as the home for the Office of Regional Innovation for iFAB and the goals of both organizations will be aligned.
The Business Associate will be responsible for creating and executing strategic communications to support the advancement of the Illinois Fermentation and Agriculture Biomanufacturing (iFAB) and Integrated Bioprocessing Research Laboratory (IBRL). We are seeking a dynamic addition to the iFAB team with responsibilities in tracking and sharing iFAB's impact:
Data Management (65%)
• Identify and manage the best Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool for data management based on
federal sponsor's expectations.
• Design, create, and maintain KPI dashboards for the Tech Hub and its members.
• Work with University of Illinois organizations who utilize CRMs to determine best practices.
• Work with iFAB members to collect data on categories such as: fermentation tank capacity, jobs created,
industry partnerships, training programs and training program graduates.
• Collect data on competing landscapes to strongly position iFAB for business attraction.
• Work with the IBRL business office to track IBRL information in IBRL CRM tool and iFAB CRM tool.
• Work with communications team to find ways to visualize and distribute the data to show iFAB impact.
Reporting (25%)
• Serve as the point of contact for data and grant reporting/post award with the federal and other sponsors.
• Development of routine reports on Hub's impact.
• Participate in Hub Advisory Board meetings and present data.
Other Duties (10%)
• Visit iFAB partners to meet with project leads.
• Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements and Qualifications
Education:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, data management, information sciences, or related field
Experience:
Required:
Two (2) years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.
Demonstrated experience with a CRM tool such as Salesforce, Insightly, HubSpot, and/or Apptivo.
Preferred:
Experience with data management for a federally-funded grant.
Experience working with complex nonprofit, business, academic, research and/or government environments.
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5010 - Business/Administrative Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close date. The budgeted salary range for the position is $55,000-$60,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on November 24, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Beth Conerty at bconerty@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .
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