Research Operations Director: Finance, Grants & Admin

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement plans (OPERS/STRS)

Work‑life balance

Professional development

Job summary

University of Cincinnati is seeking a Business Administrator to serve as Research Director within the Department of Surgery. This role drives financial and business operations, forecasting, and data‑driven decisions across divisions, with responsibility for budgeting, reporting and advising management.

The position requires strong leadership, Excel/Power BI proficiency, and extensive experience in research administration within an academic medical setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• Seven years of relevant education, experience and/or specialized training.
• Progressive leadership experience in research administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial and operational activities including budgeting and reporting.
• Assist clinical operations by partnering with the clinical operations team.
• Direct personnel functions for operating units, including payroll and evaluations.
• Monitor grants, clinical trials, and contracts with budgeting oversight.
• Participate in committees and provider compensation processes.
• Coordinate tripartite mission of education, research, and patient services.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Word

Adobe

Outlook

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

University of Cincinnati is seeking a Business Administrator to serve as Research Director within the Department of Surgery. This role drives financial and business operations, forecasting, and data‑driven decisions across divisions, with responsibility for budgeting, reporting and advising management.

The position requires strong leadership, Excel/Power BI proficiency, and extensive experience in research administration within an academic medical setting.