Director of Operations

Usmd; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public research university in Maryland is seeking a qualified candidate for an academic administration role. Applicants are expected to have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Higher Education Administration, Finance, or a related field, with a Master's preferred. The role requires 7-10 years of relevant experience, specializing in sponsored research operations handling multiple funding sources. Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI is strongly recommended.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in academic administration or business operations.
• Experience managing sponsored research with multiple funding sources preferred.
• Knowledge of pre and post-award processes in sponsored research.

Skills

Sponsored research administration

Data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

Business operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Higher Education Administration, Finance, or a related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

* **Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Higher Education Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.*** **Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in academic administration, business operations, or a related field, preferably within higher education.*** **Experience managing sponsored research administration and working with multiple funding sources (e.g., state, foundation, federal) in a academic environment strongly preferred.*** **Knowledge of sponsored research administration, including pre and post award processes.*** **Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)**The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.**Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities withThe University works hard to make its websites accessible to any and all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at one of the below options:Email: [e-mail] Phone: [phone] Maryland Relay: Dial 711 This contact information cannot be used to inquire about application status.