Business Analyst (Hybrid)

About the Job The Business Analyst supports the Office of Technology, Innovation and Industry Relations (OTIIR) in advancing research translation, strengthening intellectual property and innovation commercialization pathways, and expanding industry and investor engagement. This entry‑level role emphasizes market research, competitive analysis, business analytics, and responsive stakeholder communication. The analyst conducts early‑stage market assessments, prepares data‑driven reports, maintains coordinated outreach pipelines, and provides high‑quality support to faculty inventors, research teams, and OTIIR operations. Responsibilities also include marketing UC Merced inventions and software, maintaining commercialization metrics and databases, and supporting entrepreneurial training, industry and investor events, and ecosystem‑building events. The role contributes to UC Merced’s innovation ecosystem by assisting with programs such as NSF I‑Corps, coordinating industry outreach, and supporting planning for entrepreneurship and innovation events. This position offers a learning pathway for professionals pursuing careers in technology transfer, innovation management, or industry partnerships. The position entails extensive communication with internal and external stakeholders and involves managing social media and marketing efforts. Key Responsibilities Market Research & Marketing: Conduct early‑stage market and competitive landscape analyses for UC Merced technologies; assess market size, technology trends, competitor offerings, and potential application areas; prepare reports and briefs used in commercialization decision‑making. Assist in identifying prospective partners, investors, and collaborators. Develop non‑confidential marketing summaries, technology briefs, and outreach materials; support targeted marketing campaigns; generate lists of potential licensees and industry/investor contacts; coordinate support outreach cadences and follow‑up. Project Coordination & Faculty/Researcher Support: Provide high‑quality, responsive support to faculty innovators and research teams by serving as a reliable point of contact for inquiries related to technology maturation, market analysis requests, commercialization activities, and innovation ecosystem programs. Ensure coordinated, accurate, and timely information by gathering required details, routing questions to appropriate OTIIR staff, maintaining clear communication and tracking follow‑up actions. Assist with executing NSF‑funded and internal OTIIR initiatives—including workshops, trainings, capacity building programs, technology maturation programs, entrepreneurial training events, industry and investor meetings, pitch sessions, and other education and outreach activities—by supporting scheduling, logistics, documentation, materials preparation, and progress tracking across projects. Data Management, Metrics & Reporting: Maintain commercialization, partnership, investor engagement, and entrepreneurial training data and standard operating procedures for OTIIR; prepare dashboards and reports for leadership and external stakeholders; ensure data quality, records management, and consistent documentation across systems. OTIIR Operational Support: Provide operational support to OTIIR, including scheduling, document preparation, procurement support, handling inquiries, maintaining shared office resources, coordinating meeting logistics, supporting process improvements for office efficiency, and other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice Chancellor, OTIIR. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in science, technology, engineering, marketing, business, or related areas. The knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Strong quantitative skills. Demonstrated ability to confront and clarify issues. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Thorough research, analytical and critical thinking skills, including sound judgment and decision‑making skills, and the ability to correctly identify real and potential problems, advising management as required, and proposing effective strategic resolutions. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Strong communication and writing skills. Compensation Hourly range: $28.79 to $33.14. The university will determine the final offer based on qualifications and experience. The position is a multi‑year, renewable contract. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy. Benefits and Additional Policies For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco‑free workplace. 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