Pediatric Department Operations & Grants Manager

University of Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics invites applications for a Business Administrator who will oversee day-to-day operations, finance, academic affairs, personnel management, and residency/fellowship programs.

The role partners with faculty and staff to optimize processes, manage HR and payroll, coordinate grants, and support research initiatives while ensuring compliance and service excellence.

Qualifications

• College/university degree in a related field.
• 2–5 years of work experience in a related discipline.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience and ability to manage complex portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Assess office organization, identify deficiencies, and implement improvements.
• Coordinate functions to support research groups and residency/fellowship programs.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to manage academic appointments, HR, and payroll.
• Prepare reports, proposals, and budgets; monitor spending and grants.
• Liaise with Research Administration and other university departments.

Skills

Operations management

Finance

HR coordination

Grant administration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in health administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics invites applications for a Business Administrator who will oversee day-to-day operations, finance, academic affairs, personnel management, and residency/fellowship programs.

The role partners with faculty and staff to optimize processes, manage HR and payroll, coordinate grants, and support research initiatives while ensuring compliance and service excellence.