Strategic Academic Administrator – Research & Operations

University of Massachusetts Medical School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Medical School is seeking an Academic Administrator for the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biotechnology. The role focuses on planning and managing the department's business affairs, including budgets, grants, and HR processes.

Open-rank posting with three levels; responsibilities span research support, education, and service. Candidates will join a dynamic team within a 28-faculty, 120+ staff environment at UMass Chan Medical School.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Administration or related field or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor’s degree requirement and supervisory experience.
• Advanced degrees and NIH grant management experience are preferred for higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Define and prioritize departmental strategy and direction.
• Oversee budget, grants administration, hiring, and HR issues.
• Manage annual department budget and cost forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with University and funding agency regulations.

Skills

5 years related experience

Supervisory experience

Excellent communication skills

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Administration or related field

Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Management, Public Administration, or equivalent

Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Management, Public Administration, or equivalent (IV)

Job description

University of Massachusetts Medical School is seeking an Academic Administrator for the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biotechnology. The role focuses on planning and managing the department's business affairs, including budgets, grants, and HR processes.

Open-rank posting with three levels; responsibilities span research support, education, and service. Candidates will join a dynamic team within a 28-faculty, 120+ staff environment at UMass Chan Medical School.