Are you a detail-oriented financial expert with a knack for translating data into actionable insights? Do you excel in dynamic environments where your analytical skills can drive significant impact? If so, we invite you to consider the exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Manager, Reporting and Analysis.

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

Celebrating a Century: https://100.scripps.edu/

POSITION TITLE: Senior Manager, Reporting and Analysis

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Reporting and Analysis, Sr. Manager will spearhead and lead this strategic, centralized group at Scripps Research. Reporting to the Senior Director of Strategic Finance, this role will drive the development and implementation of robust reporting and forecasting systems, processes, and models to deliver key insights and ensure sound strategic investment decisions for the Institute. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of technical proficiency, business acumen, and leadership skills to build this first-ever strategic team at Scripps Research.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Build and Lead Team

• Develop a comprehensive strategy for establishing and optimizing a centralized reporting and analysis function aligned with organizational goals and objectives, working closely cross functionally with Finance and IT.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify key requirements and performance metrics to ensure both short-term and long-term successful organizational outcomes.
• Recruit, lead, and mentor team to execute reporting and forecasting initiatives effectively.

Infrastructure Optimization

• Working closely with the CIO organization, design comprehensive strategy to establish best practices and standards to ensure robust data integrity to improve data reliability, accessibility, and efficiency.
• Evaluate and implement effective platforms and tools to meet business requirements.

Analysis

• Analyze data to identify opportunities for process or organizational improvement and strategic investment decisions.
• Partner with key stakeholders to understand operational needs and translate into actionable insights to ensure successful outcomes (both short- and long-term objectives).
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, business administration, finance, or related field; advanced degree a strong plus
• 6+ years of related work experience, with a track record of successfully building and leading reporting and analytics initiatives.
• Expertise in programming languages (eg. Python, SQL) and with data analysis as well as visualization / presentation tools (eg., R, Tableau, PowerBI, etc.). Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques is a plus.
• Ability to understand complex business drivers, develop insights utilizing a data-driven approach, and communicate succinctly to a range of different audiences, including principal investigators, administration colleagues, and lab coordinators.
• Adept in ambiguous situations; flexible and comfortable making decisions using available data points that can be limited and/or imperfect.
• Adaptable to changing priorities while effectively managing multiple commitments.
• Strategic mindset coupled with the desire to constantly improve the status quo.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with proven experience in cultivating cross-collaborative working relationships across an organization.
• This is an on-campus position requiring 4 days per week working onsite from our La Jolla campus, with flexibility to work 1 day per week remotely from home.

COMPENSATON:

The expected hiring range for this position is $156,400 to $204,450/annually, commensurate with experience.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.