Business Analyst

Job Title: Business AnalystLocation: Reynoldsburg, OhioClient: State Government ClientStart Date: March 2025Duration: 6-month contract (Part Time)Job Description:Our Government client is looking to bring on a high-level Business Analyst to analyze the current state of operations, budgets, and revenue streams at one of their laboratories. After the analysis period, this analyst will work with the current leadership and staff to create and implement an approach to increase operational efficiency and generate new revenue streams.Job Responsibilities:Identify and document the current state of the laboratory, includingIdentifying current financial streams, laboratory services and resourcesCalculating the true cost of operating the laboratory against its current budget, including costs of testing, instrument depreciation and other expensesDocumenting the laboratories financial, organizational, operational and structural gaps.Document and make recommendations regarding the state of the buildingThe physical space and infrastructure's ability to meet current and future needs of the laboratories housed there.Expected years of life before minor renovations, major renovations, or entire building replacement, including maximum lifespan even with renovationsRevenue Stream AnalysisDevelop a funding model for the laboratory that allows (1) diversified streams of revenue, (2) supports all current and future services, and (3) enables state and Federal agencies to affordably utilize its services for public benefit.Identify and pursue a legislative pathway to secure additional state resources to support the laboratory's mission, whether through direct laboratory funding or through increased regulatory program funds to support the laboratory.Examine the implications of increasing the scope of private testing, both from a financial and regulatory perspective.Laboratory ServicesRevisit all state, federal and private programs supported by our client and determine their cost-effectiveness, recommending whether to keep, modify, shutter or add servicesExamine the feasibility of developing a robust program towards inspection and accreditation of laboratories and laboratory services.Requirements:Strong understanding of laboratory finances including purchasing of laboratory equipment, program revenue analysis, and overall laboratory operations.Previous experience working in the Government space with a strong understanding of Ohio business laws and regulations, grant funding, andPrevious consulting experience on similar projects.

Created: 2025-02-03