Business Manager III Spvr

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave

Retirement benefits including defined;

Educational benefits for employee/dep

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Business Manager III Supervisor for the Department of Chemical Biology to oversee daily operations and supervise staff in a fully on-site arrangement.

Responsibilities include managing finance and budget, grant administration, procurement, space and facilities planning, and faculty recruitment. The role liaises with campus offices to ensure compliance and prepares department-wide reports for leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in financial/accounting.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to faculty, students and staff, organizing, coordinating and supervising daily operations and special projects.
• Oversees faculty appointments, reappointments, and promotions, and organizing department recruitment efforts.
• Manages and supervises departmental business activities including finance, budget, space and facilities planning, purchasing and academic support.
• Organizes and administrates faculty grants, including preparation of grant budgets and overseeing the preparation of applications and contracts; grant accounting, grant administration (pre-award, post-award and contracts).
• Liaisons with faculty, granting agencies, Research and Sponsored Programs, Research Financial Services, and external institutions and monitors fiscal compliance and enforces applicable regulations.
• Acts as a liaison to ensure the integration of department business activities with corresponding functions at the Departmental, School and University level, and supports in preparation of Departmental, School, and University-wide reports.
• Handles the hiring, training and supervising department staff.
• Manages the coordination of J-1, H-1B and other visa requests.

Skills

Excellent communication

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business

Job description

Department

Department Chemical Biology

Job Category Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Business Manager III Spvr for the Department of Chemical Biology.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Provides administrative support to faculty, students and staff, organizing, coordinating and supervising daily operations and special projects.
• Oversees faculty appointments, reappointments, and promotions, and organizing department recruitment efforts.
• Manages and supervises departmental business activities including finance, budget, space and facilities planning, purchasing and academic support.
• Organizes and administrates faculty grants, including preparation of grant budgets and overseeing the preparation of applications and contracts; grant accounting, grant administration (pre-award, post-award and contracts).
• Liaisons with faculty, granting agencies, Research and Sponsored Programs, Research Financial Services, and external institutions and monitors fiscal compliance and enforces applicable regulations.
• Acts as a liaison to ensure the integration of department business activities with corresponding functions at the Departmental, School and University level, and supports in preparation of Departmental, School, and University-wide reports.
• Handles the hiring, training and supervising department staff.
• Manages the coordination of J-1, H-1B and other visa requests.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 06

Salary Details

82,166-90,382

Minimum Salary

82166.000

Mid Range Salary

104002.000

Maximum Salary

125837.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

37.5

Standard Hours

37.50

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
• A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in financial/accounting function.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Rutgers University accounting procedures and practices.
• Proficient with Mac and PC.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Number

26ST1893

Posting Open Date

10/02/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Busch (RU-New Brunswick)

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and practices?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in financial/accounting function?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Non-Discrimination-Statement . In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to your access to and/or your participation in the application and selection processes (for example, the online application process or interviews), please call 848-932-3973 or e-mail us .

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Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Business Manager III Spvr Job Category Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support Department Chemical Biology