Posted: Jun 24, 2025

Business Economics Research Associate II - Small Business Dev Center, Valdez Institute for Econ Dev

University of Texas at San Antonio - San Antonio, TX

Application Deadline: N/A

Business Economics Research Associate II - Small Business Development Center, Valdez Institute for Economics Development

Location: San Antonio, TX

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job ID: 13631

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Org Marketing Statement

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more https://www.utsa.edu/, on https://www.utsa.edu/today/ or on https://twitter.com/utsa, https://www.instagram.com/utsa/, https://www.facebook.com/utsa, https://www.youtube.com/user/utsaor https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-university-of-texas-at-san-antonio/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_university_admin%3BFcmdPCevQ7ebJE1xpIJlRw%3D%3D.

In 2024, the https://www.utsa.edu/today/2024/08/story/utsa-and-ut-health-san-antonio-merger-announced.html authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and UT Health San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.

Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 07/14/2025. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Salary Range: Up to $35,500/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Hours: 40 hours per week, exempt.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume/CV required
• Cover letter required.
• Sample of work (a business plan or business research report authored).

Essential Functions

Job Summary

To perform specialized research and prepare reports for publication in the field of business and/or economics.

Responsible for gathering and interpreting data and preparing materials for publication.

This is a grant-funded position dependent on availability of funds and departmental need.

Core Responsibilities

• Manages daily operations of research area.
• Trains employees.
• Conduct secondary market research for business development counselors; initiate and conduct staffing procedures.
• Conducts specified phases of research projects; Assists and collaborates on finding, writing, and submitting grant proposals.
• Analyzes data and prepares reports; Develop and translate content for monthly website updates.
• Interact with counselors for clarification or special requests; participate in committee and service work/activities for the department, Institute for Economic Development, and the University.
• Answers inquiries and assists with special problems.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Business, Economics or a directly related field.
• One year of research experience related to field of work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UTSA and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate level courses in field of assignment.
• Two years of research experience related to field of work.
• Advanced experience with spreadsheets and database management.
• Statistical analysis using SPSS or other equivalent statistical tools.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• First-hand experience with Small Business Development Centers.
• First-hand expeerience in owning or operating a small business.
• Strong experience with market analysis and business intelligence.
• Strong experience with industry standards, financial ratios, demographics, and related reports.
• Experience with database resources.
• Experience with website content management systems.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro software.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
• Valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as applicable.

Working Conditions

• Office environment.
• Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events.
• Occasional after hours and weekend work or overtime may be required.

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only
occasionally.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasional.

This position will require working both remotely in Texas and on campus (approximately five or more days on campus per month). Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility. Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.

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