Knowledge Management Analyst
The job of a knowledge management analyst is to understand the proper collection, storage and presentation or dissemination of research or intellectual capital that is created with a research facility, hospital or other type of care facility. Without the use of knowledge management analyst the facility may inadvertently lose money, funding, or access to other research options because of poor management of the information.
- A knowledge management analyst must be able to understand what is the best possible market for the information or research, as well as make recommendations to the governing bodies of the research facility as to what is the most opportune way to present the data. In addition the knowledge management analyst works closely with the research grant writers and other individuals involve in preparing data collections and assessments for publication and dissemination.
- The knowledge management analyst may also work to develop relationships with other research facilities and enhance the ability to share information through networking or other group processes. A high level of communication, ability to work with others as well as understanding the various data collection processes is essential.
- The knowledge management analyst may work onsite at the research facility or may work off-site with link up through the internet. Usually the knowledge management analyst will have regular contact with the facility even if they work primarily from another location.
Career Requirements
- Most knowledge management analyst’s positions require Bachelor level training in business administration, mathematics, statistics, bioinformatics or other related field. In addition experience in working with data collection programs such as Oracle, STARS and SPIDER is strongly favored.
- A knowledge management analyst must have several years in the research field with most having an average of 10 years experience. Strong ethical understanding as well as a comprehensive knowledge of regulations, laws and protocols regarding information dissemination is critical for a knowledge management analyst.
