Hybrid Dept. Operations Lead, Chemistry & Biochemistry

University of California, Merced; California; Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Merced seeks a Department Manager to oversee administrative operations, budget, and program coordination for a busy academic department. You will lead staff, manage curriculum support, and ensure efficient processes supporting faculty and graduate programs.

Responsibilities include coordinating TA appointments, payroll, and graduate funding, while collaborating with dean and central offices. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a related area.
• 3 years of directly related, progressively responsible experience in an administrative support unit with supervision.
• Master's degree preferred but may not substitute for the required years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer a wide range of operations to support the academic department.
• Coordinate curriculum planning and program information with the Dean’s office.
• Provide administrative support for TA appointments, payroll, and graduate funding.
• Lead administrative staff and improve department processes.
• Support planning for events, outreach, and communications.

Skills

Budget management

Communication skills

Administrative operations

Policy & compliance

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

University of California, Merced seeks a Department Manager to oversee administrative operations, budget, and program coordination for a busy academic department. You will lead staff, manage curriculum support, and ensure efficient processes supporting faculty and graduate programs.

Responsibilities include coordinating TA appointments, payroll, and graduate funding, while collaborating with dean and central offices. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's is preferred.