Expert knowledge of federal and sponsor regulations
Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams
The Senior Director serves as the final departmental authority for all research administration functions supporting the Department of Surgery across multiple hospital locations
Job Summary
The Senior Director serves as the final departmental authority for all research administration functions supporting the Department of Surgery across multiple hospital locations.
This role holds enterprise-level accountability for advancing the strategic growth and national competitiveness of a $26M+ sponsored programs portfolio including basic, translational, and clinical research.
The position offers a competitive benefits package including excellent healthcare, tuition benefits for employees and families, generous retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
Matching Summary
The Senior Director serves as the final departmental authority for all research administration functions supporting the Department of Surgery across multiple hospital locations.
Salary
Base: $110,500.00 - $164,500.00 Annual Rate; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and wellness resources
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
7-10 years leadership in academic medical center
Expert knowledge of federal and sponsor regulations
Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams
Pre and post-award administration expertise
Financial planning and analysis at scale
Nice-to-have
Process redesign and continuous improvement
KPI-driven performance management
Strong stakeholder management skills
Change leadership across faculty divisions
Integration of clinical research finance
Key Requirements
Master's degree (MBA/MPA or related field preferred)
Bachelor's degree with 7-10 years progressively responsible leadership experience
Expert knowledge of NIH, NSF, FDA/IDE/IND regulations
Proven experience integrating research administration with clinical research finance