Operations Lead for NIH Center Programs

University-of-Housto; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston System is seeking a Program Director to lead UH Population Health's NIH Center grant operations, aligning priorities, budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams. The role requires strategic oversight and hands-on management of multi-component programs with institutional partners and NIH stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience directing complex research centers, strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, and a track

Qualifications

• Requires a 4 year degree from a college or university or equivalent specialized training.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of directly job-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers a complex center or multiple departments.
• Manages budget and engages in strategic planning to ensure goals are met.
• Hires and directs the activities of staff.
• Resolves personnel issues as they arise.
• Engages in budget-planning, grant oversight, and policy development.
• Implements new programs and projects and monitors ongoing activities.
• Reviews department policies and processes and implements improvements.
• Represents department or center to internal and external constituents.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Education

4 year degree or equivalent training

Job description

University of Houston System is seeking a Program Director to lead UH Population Health's NIH Center grant operations, aligning priorities, budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams. The role requires strategic oversight and hands-on management of multi-component programs with institutional partners and NIH stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience directing complex research centers, strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, and a track