Director of Biochem & Mol Bio Operations

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) in Galveston, Texas, seeks an Executive - Business Professional Regular to oversee administrative and financial operations within the department. You will manage resources, staff, and policy adherence while coordinating with Finance leaders and Institutional Department Leads to drive efficiency and compliance.

You will respond to complex decisions with minimal direction, lead financial process improvements, and provide reports to senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related field.
• Six years of directly related experience.
• Experience in higher education or academic health system preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages daily staff activities in the area and enforces UTMB policies.
• Develops staff training and development programs.
• Provides financial accountability and budget management.
• Ensures compliance with state, university, and grant guidelines.
• Responds to budget inquiries and variance reports.
• Performs monthly reconciliations from Provost’s Office.
• Supports strategic long- and short-term planning for fiscal growth.
• Collaborates with Academic Enterprise and Institutional areas.
• Identifies equipment, supplies, and service needs.
• Represents the dean and liaises with external units.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff development

Policy compliance

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related field

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) in Galveston, Texas, seeks an Executive - Business Professional Regular to oversee administrative and financial operations within the department. You will manage resources, staff, and policy adherence while coordinating with Finance leaders and Institutional Department Leads to drive efficiency and compliance.

You will respond to complex decisions with minimal direction, lead financial process improvements, and provide reports to senior