Manager, Administrative Operations
Core
Oversees office activities and services for the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, supervising staff to ensure productivity and expense control while managing administrative operations.
Role type
Manager, Administrative Operations
Builds
Office services, departmental processes, and administrative support for the Department Chair and research team
Domain
Academic research administration (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology)
Deliverable
Dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Staff supervision, process development, budget management, procurement, operational cost analysis, internal controls compliance, policy interpretation, travel coordination, correspondence management, calendar management, financial form preparation
Preferred skills
Master's degree, patent application support, proposal development assistance, manuscript preparation support
Technologies
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Responsibilities
Supervise office staff, develop and implement department processes, recruit and train support staff, manage daily staff performance, ensure project milestones and budget adherence, purchase and maintain office equipment, track operational costs, coordinate office services with other departments, establish and assess internal controls, process visas for visiting scholars, work on patent applications, assist with seminars and student defenses, approve purchasing orders, analyze operating practices, perform executive administrative details, manage travel arrangements, handle correspondence and scheduling, greet visitors, order supplies, prepare financial forms and budgets
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership