Associate Emerging Technologies Analyst

Reporting to the Emerging Technologist, the Associate Emerging Technologies Analyst has a passion for products and technology and the ability to research and synthesize information effectively and quickly. They will serve as a technical analyst for all new and emerging technologies, events, workshops, and information sessions organized by the Emerging Technologies team at Columbia University Information Technology (CUIT). The Emerging Technologies team is part of Academic and Research Services at Columbia University IT. A fast-paced, startup inspired group that develops extremely innovative solutions to some of the most challenging problems in higher education and research, through highly engaged partnerships with internal and external organizations.

The ideal candidate will be the following:

• Researcher - You are an intellectually curious individual that is always in 'information gathering' mode. You can drive top-down requests as well as build foundational knowledge that can be used later during presentations.
• Executive Communicator - You must be able to summarize and present information in a concise, yet thorough, manner. Communications vary widely and include formal emails, written papers, ad-hoc technical demos, and formal presentations.
• Project Manager - You will own and drive research investigations and projects to conclusion with little guidance.

The successful candidate will be highly intelligent, insanely curious, and have an unbridled thirst for figuring out new technologies and innovative approaches to solve hard problems.

Responsibilities

• Manages multiple emerging technology projects across disciplines at Columbia University.
• Assists in planning, implementation, assessment, and outreach related to emerging technologies.
• Utilizes design thinking methodology to meet the needs of stakeholders.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or its equivalent required.
• Minimum 2-4 years related experience.
• Define and conduct ongoing research for various products and emerging technologies.
• Provide concise and high-quality written documents and executive summaries on current and emerging technologies.
• Create and confidently present presentations and live product demonstrations.
• Effectively manage short- and long-term projects to a successful conclusion.
• Visit build and maintain a high level of knowledge and expertise.
• Maintain an online knowledge base for ongoing research.
• Act as a resource for co-workers regarding emerging technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated excellence in a variety of competencies including teamwork/collaboration, analytical thinking, communication and influencing skills, and technical expertise.
• Ability to work with changing priorities and with multiple projects.
• Ability to be precise and attentive to detail is essential.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work weekends and off-hours work on occasion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience researching complex topics, preferably with respect to products, services, or technologies.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts concisely.
• Strong time/project management skills and the ability to make good trade-offs with little guidance.
• Exceptional collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of traditional and digital marketing, content marketing, and social media marketing

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