AI Discovery Analyst

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

5d•Remote

About The Position

The AI Discovery Analyst partners with Financial and Administrative Services (FAS) business units to identify, evaluate, and implement opportunities for AI-enabled improvements. Serving as the primary liaison between the FAS AI Team and business staff, the analyst builds relationships, examines business processes, identifies pain points, and determines where AI tools may improve efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery. The position calls for strong facilitation skills, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to translate between business needs and technology possibilities. The role works with assigned FAS units to understand processes, priorities, and challenges; facilitates discussions and process reviews; helps develop and evaluate use-case proposals under the FAS AI Governance Framework; and supports implementation and governance considerations. The analyst maintains working proficiency with Claude Edu, ChatGPT Edu, and Microsoft Copilot, and guides business users in selecting and using appropriate tools. The role also documents findings and outcomes, shares lessons across units, refers non-AI improvement opportunities to appropriate teams, and participates in the FAS AI & Technology Community of Practice. This is a fully remote position in Texas, scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Reliable internet service is required to support uninterrupted remote work. The position is expected to continue. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. A criminal history background check is required for finalists.

Requirements

Work experience leading automation projects and experience in a business analyst role.
Demonstrated experience facilitating meetings or workshops with diverse stakeholder groups.
Hands-on proficiency with AI productivity tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, or Microsoft Copilot in a professional or organizational context.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools.
Must be authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
Reliable internet service supporting uninterrupted remote work performance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, information systems, public administration, or a related field.
At least two years of experience in business analysis, process improvement, or a related role.
Experience working in higher education or public sector environments.
Experience developing business cases, process documentation, or requirements-gathering artifacts for AI projects.
Knowledge of data governance, compliance frameworks, or regulatory requirements.
Experience working across multiple departments or organizational units simultaneously.
Relevant certification in business analysis, such as CBAP or PMI-PBA, or in process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Partner with assigned FAS units to understand their processes, priorities, and challenges.
Facilitate structured discussions and process reviews to identify opportunities for AI-enabled improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery.
Help business units develop proposals aligned with the FAS AI Governance Framework, documenting the business problem, proposed solution, data requirements, expected outcomes, implementation support, and governance considerations.
Evaluate proposals based on business impact, feasibility, risk, and FAS priorities, applying the FAS AI Principles and Guidelines before advancing them.
Maintain working proficiency in Claude Edu, ChatGPT Edu, and Microsoft Copilot, and guide business users in selecting and effectively using tools in their workflows.
Record findings, use cases, decisions, and outcomes, and share lessons across FAS units to encourage reuse and reduce duplicated effort.
Identify and document improvement opportunities outside the scope of AI and coordinate their handoff to the appropriate team.
Participate in the FAS AI & Technology Community of Practice to stay aligned with FAS technology initiatives and share learnings across functional areas.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits, with employee premiums covered at 100% and family premiums at 50%.
Voluntary vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Teachers Retirement System of Texas defined benefit retirement plan, subject to eligibility.
Additional voluntary retirement programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and Deferred Compensation program 457(b).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
Free training access through LinkedIn Learning and professional conference opportunities.
Tuition assistance.
Employee discount program, including athletic tickets.
Free access to UT Austin libraries and museums with staff ID card.
Free rides on UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card.