Knowledge Management Analyst

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Knowledge Management Analyst - Career Profile

Career Overview

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.

Job Outlook

There is an above average demand for qualified and experienced knowledge management analyst in the research fields, particularly in that of biotechnology. The huge advanced in this field and the increased emphasis on pharmaceuticals and treatments has lead to a need for knowledge management analyst to assist facilities in understanding when and how to release information and products.

Career Track

Many knowledge management analysts with experience for larger pharmaceutical or research agencies move into consulting or working as trainers and facilitators to help agencies understand the basics of knowledge management analysis. The evolving career makes this area a new focus for many upper management employees and employers and the demand for skilled facilitators continues to increase.

Compensation

An entry level knowledge management analyst that is employed full time may expect to earn between $50,000 and $70,000 per year. Those knowledge management analysts with experience in the area often earn in excess of $85,000 per year.

Large, private sector pharmaceutical companies and other research facilities have a higher yearly income than do smaller industries or government research facilities.