Assistant Dean, Research Operations

SRA International; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SRA International is seeking an Assistant Dean for Research Operations to oversee all administrative operations supporting research at Weill Cornell Medicine. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in research administration, leading large-scale research business operations with a focus on strategic and financial management. Responsibilities include collaborating with senior leadership, ensuring functionality of research, and managing a portfolio of significant financial operations. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Seven to 10 years of relevant experience in research administration.
• Experience with multi-site or large-scale grants and clinical studies.
• Experience in business and management computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administrative operations and strategies that support research.
• Lead a diverse set of research business operations.
• Advance the missions of the institution collaboratively.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Change management

Communication

Financial skills

Analytical skills

Job description

Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Research, the Assistant Dean for Research Operations will oversee all administrative operations, strategies, and systems that support the research of Weill Cornell Medicine (WCM). This position will lead a diverse and complex set of research business operations, including a portfolio of approximately $490 M in total costs, a large operations team, and oversight of centralized clinical trial operations. The goal of the position is to ensure the functionality of research at the college to support and drive sustainable growth and a balanced research portfolio. The Assistant Dean is a member of the senior leadership team and works collaboratively to advance the missions of the institution. This position will also have an indirect reporting relationship to the Executive Vice Provost/COO of Weill Cornell Medicine.

Experience

• Seven to 10 years of relevant experience in research administration at an academic institution, government agency or other relevant organization preferred.
• Research operations experience should include strategic initiative development, systems planning, change management, financial and information management, complex project management and demonstrated leadership skills.
• Experience with policies and processes and regulatory requirements associated with the development, implementation and administration of multi‑site or large‑scale grants, contracts and clinical studies.
• Experience representing an organization as a principal spokesperson.
• Experience in business and management computer applications and databases.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership, planning and change management skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills. Able to influence people, solve problems, troubleshoot, think creatively and resolve conflicts.
• Advanced financial skills in accounting, budget planning and financial forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Advanced expertise in contract and grant administration.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail and accuracy.