Finance

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo's Office of Biomedical Research seeks a Finance & Business Operations Manager to provide financial leadership, budget administration, and strategic operational oversight across a diverse research portfolio. reporting to the SAD-R, the role focuses on fiscal stewardship and program optimization in a leading academic environment.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical abilities, excellent communication, and a track record of managing complex budgets, policies, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in financial management, business operations, budgeting, or administrative leadership.
• Experience developing and managing complex operating budgets and financial reporting.
• Experience developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and business processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and operational oversight for the Office of Biomedical Research (OBR) and related cores.
• Lead budget development, financial planning, forecasting, and resource allocation across a diverse portfolio.
• Develop financial models, business cases, and multi-year projections for strategic investments and programs.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, and financial performance with actionable insights.
• Develop and monitor financial/operational KPIs and provide regular reporting to leadership.
• Coordinate procurement, vendor management, and contracts in collaboration with university offices.
• Coordinate personnel transactions and advise on recruitment processes for OBR.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting

Business operations

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

MBA/MPA or related Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Finance & Business Operations Manager, Office of Biomedical Research

Position Information

Position Title: Finance & Business Operations Manager, Office of Biomedical Research

Department: JSMBS Office of Research Wide

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9897211 https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/65003

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Office of Biomedical Research (OBR) within the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (Jacobs School) is seeking a collaborative and results-oriented Finance & Business Operations Manager. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Research (SAD-R), this position provides financial leadership and operational oversight for a diverse portfolio supporting the Office of Biomedical Research (OBR). The Finance & Business Operations Manager serves as the principal financial and business operations advisor to the SAD-R, with responsibility for financial planning, resource allocation, fiscal oversight, and business operations across the OBR portfolio. As a key member of the biomedical research administration team, the Finance & Business Operations Manager leads financial planning, budget administration, business operations, and fiscal stewardship in support of institutional research priorities. Working closely with faculty, institutional leadership, administrative partners, and external stakeholders, this position helps ensure the effective stewardship of financial resources while supporting strategic initiatives that advance biomedical research and shared research infrastructure across the institution.

• Provide financial leadership and business operations support for the Office of Biomedical Research, Biomedical Research Cores, and SUNY Brain Institute.
• Lead budget development, financial planning, forecasting, and resource allocation across a diverse portfolio of research administration and shared research infrastructure programs.
• Develop financial models, business cases, and multi-year projections to evaluate strategic investments, new programs, shared research infrastructure, staffing plans, and other institutional research initiatives.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, and financial performance, providing analyses and recommendations to support strategic planning and institutional decision‑making.
• Develop and monitor key financial and operational performance indicators and provide regular reporting to OBR and institutional leadership.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls that promote fiscal stewardship, operational efficiency, and compliance with university requirements.
• Coordinate procurement, purchasing, vendor management, and the administrative routing and financial oversight of contracts and agreements in collaboration with appropriate university offices, in accordance with university policies and procedures.
• Coordinate personnel transactions and serve as the Human Resources recruitment specialist for the Office of Biomedical Research, advising on recruitment processes, supporting the recruitment of candidates, and coordinating efforts to effectively market open positions and ensure successful recruitment.
• Prepare financial reports, budget projections, executive summaries, and other analyses to support institutional leadership, advisory committees, and key stakeholders.
• Recruit, supervise, and develop business and financial operations staff as assigned, establishing clear responsibilities, performance expectations, and effective administrative workflows.
• Provide financial leadership for the implementation and long‑term sustainability of the SUNY Brain Institute, including institutional commitments, strategic investments, and statewide initiatives.
• Provide financial oversight and business planning for shared research facilities, including operating budgets, rate development, utilization and revenue analysis, cost recovery, equipment planning, and long‑term sustainability.
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes, strengthen financial controls, and enhance organizational effectiveness through continuous process improvement.
• Build collaborative relationships with faculty, department administrators, finance offices, and institutional partners to support biomedical research initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and strategic leader with a strong foundation in financial management, business operations, and organizational planning. They possess exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and thrive in a collaborative academic environment. With a commitment to fiscal stewardship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting innovative research initiatives, shared research infrastructure, and the continued growth of the institution's biomedical research enterprise.

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• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in financial management, business operations, budgeting, or administrative leadership.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing complex operating budgets and financial reporting.
• Experience developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and business processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Microsoft Excel.

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration (MPA), Higher Education Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Experience working within a college, university, academic medical center, healthcare system, or other complex research‑intensive organization.
• Experience supporting research administration, shared research infrastructure, core facilities, or institutional research programs, including financial planning, cost recovery, or business operations.
• Experience coordinating personnel transactions, staff recruitment, and/or hiring processes. Knowledge of SUNY, New York State, or university financial policies, procurement practices, and business operations.
• Experience managing multiple funding sources and complex financial portfolios.
• Experience preparing executive‑level financial analyses, reports, and presentations to support organizational decision‑making.
• Demonstrated experience leading process improvement initiatives and implementing operational efficiencies.

Salary Range

$60,000 - $70,000

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Kate Levy

Contact's Title: Director of Research Planning, Office of Biomedical Research

Contact's Email: [e-mail]

Contact's Phone: [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted: 10/14/2026