Academic Department Manager

Brown University; Rhode Island; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, is seeking an Academic Department Manager for the Department of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences. The role oversees financial, administrative, HR, student affairs, communications, and research administration operations while coordinating with central offices to implement university policies.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with 5–7 years in finance, HR, and operations, and exhibit strong analytical, organizational, and leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 5–7 years relevant experience in finance, HR, and business operations and planning or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Suites) with aptitude for learning new systems.
• Excellent financial management skills.
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems and advanced Excel spreadsheets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Grant management and research administration experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience and leadership skills.
• Excellent time management and prioritization in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial, administrative, human resources, student affairs, communications, and research administration functions for the DEEPS department.
• Serve as liaison between the department and central offices to implement university policies and services.
• Relieve the faculty chair of day-to-day administrative operations.
• Provide strategic and fiscal planning to support department initiatives and growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

Excel (Advanced)

Financial reporting systems

Job description

Job Description:This position manages the financial, administrative, human resource, student affairs, communications, and research administration functions and operations for the Department of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences (DEEPS). The Academic Department Manager (ADM) serves as the liaison between the Department and other offices responsible for determining University-wide policy, procedures, and services (e.g., Dean of the College, Dean of the Faculty, Human Resources, Controller’s Office, Sponsored Projects, Facilities Management, Graduate School, etc.). The incumbent has sufficient understanding of the Department’s programs and services and the processes and resources required to support them to relieve the faculty chair of day-to-day administrative operations. The ADM provides strategic and fiscal planning to support the initiatives of the department.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree plus 5 to 7 years relevant experience in finance, human resources, and business operations and planning required or equivalent combination of education and experience.Strong analytical, organizational and planning skills.Excellent computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office, Google Suites) with a strong aptitude for learning new systems.Excellent financial management skills.Demonstrated knowledge of financial reporting systems and advanced Excel spreadsheets.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Grant management and research administration experience preferred.Supervisory experience and leadership skills.Excellent time management skills, ability to assess priorities and pivot in response to pressing departmental needs.Why Brown?Brown University is a leading research university that is distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty, and staff are driven by the idea that their work will impact the world.Brown University offers flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more. Read more about the benefits of working at Brown here.All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.** Applicants must submit a cover letter and CV/resume.**Benefits of Working at Brown:Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.Recruiting Start Date:2026-10-09Job Posting Title:Academic Department ManagerDepartment:Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary SciencesGrade:Grade 11Worker Type:EmployeeWorker Sub-Type:RegularTime Type:Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:37.5Position Work Location:HybridSubmission Guidelines:The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Still Have Questions?If you have any questions you may contact [e-mail] is an E-Verify Employer.EEO Statement:Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.