Associate Dean, Admin & Finance — Strategy & Operations

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance

Wellness & retirement programs

Job summary

Northeastern University’s College of Science seeks an Associate Dean of Administration and Finance to lead financial strategy, budgeting, and administrative operations for the college. The role oversees multiple campuses and drives strategic planning, analytics, and resource allocation to support growth and innovation.

The Associate Dean leads staff, manages pre/post-award grants administration, and partners with HR on recruitment, compensation, and merit processes, while coordinating IT and

Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s degree; MBA preferred.
• At least 10 years in progressively responsible leadership roles in large operations.
• Minimum 5 years of managerial/supervisory experience.
• Experience in grant and contract administration.
• Experience in project management and change management, with staff allocation expertise.
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the college's annual operating budget and multi-year financial models.
• Oversee grants, contracts, space management, and budget operations.
• Advise the Dean on revenue planning and business operations; prepare quarterly reports.
• Lead staffing allocation decisions and administrative staff development.
• Represent the college on committees and coordinate with university offices on finance matters.

Skills

Leadership experience

Grant administration

Project management

Change management

Analytical reporting

Communication and negotiation

Faculty/staff collaboration

Education

Master's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Financial databases

Analytical reporting tools

Job description

Northeastern University’s College of Science seeks an Associate Dean of Administration and Finance to lead financial strategy, budgeting, and administrative operations for the college. The role oversees multiple campuses and drives strategic planning, analytics, and resource allocation to support growth and innovation.

The Associate Dean leads staff, manages pre/post-award grants administration, and partners with HR on recruitment, compensation, and merit processes, while coordinating IT and