Business Analyst/Functional Analyst

Job Description

We're looking for a skilled Business Analyst to act as a crucial link between our business stakeholders and technical teams. You'll be instrumental in analyzing processes, defining requirements, and ensuring that implemented solutions align with our business goals, particularly within a technology-driven, potentially lab-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with IT Project Managers, Development teams, and stakeholders to identify and prioritize business requirements . Conduct thorough analysis of current business processes, systems, and workflows to identify areas for improvement. Translate business requirements into functional specifications and technical requirements for implementation. Facilitate communication and collaboration between business stakeholders and technical teams throughout the project lifecycle in conjunction with the Project Manager. Lead Scrum ceremonies for the scrum team you are working in. Participate in solution design sessions and provide input on system architecture and functionality. Perform user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure that implemented solutions meet business requirements and quality standards. Other Duties Provide ongoing support and assistance to end-users, including troubleshooting issues and providing training as needed. Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Travel as needed. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Science (Environmental, Chemistry, or similar), Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field. Experience: 4+ years proven experience as a Business Analyst , preferably in a technology-driven environment. Excellent communication skills , with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools. Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is highly desirable. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes is preferred. Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA) is a plus. Knowledge Environmental, Analytical, and/or General Science a plus. Project management software such as Jira and Teams . Knowledge of LIMS systems and general IT terms and environment. Working Relationships (Internal Contacts) Project Managers Business Analysts Developers Subject Matter Experts Laboratory Personnel LIMS Implementation Team Attendance Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meet the expectations of the job functions.