Sr Business Administrator

Under the general direction of the Director, and with considerable latitude for independent judgment, this position is responsible for managing the fiscal, administrative and personnel aspects of the Center for Emerging & Innovative Sciences. Specific responsibilities include developing management information/financial analyses for the Director for strategic planning, professional budget, space allocations, staffing and equipment utilization. Additional responsibilities include preparing project budgets for extramural grant activities with the Director or other faculty PI’s and/or department administrators as well as monitoring and reporting the associated budget activities. This includes managing the operational aspects of a university-based center in the College’s engineering school as well as supporting the NYS contract agreement that primarily funds CEIS. This position acts as liaison for financial information with CEIS and the Center’s sponsor(s), the College/URMC departments with funded projects, the College and Hajim School Deans’ Offices and administrative and research personnel at outside institutions with CEIS-funded projects.

Responsibilities

Managing the fiscal, administrative and personnel aspects of the Center for Emerging & Innovative Sciences; developing management information and financial analyses for strategic planning; preparing project budgets for extramural grant activities; monitoring and reporting associated budget activities; managing operational aspects of a university-based center in the College’s engineering school; supporting the NYS contract agreement that primarily funds CEIS; acting as liaison for financial information with CEIS and the Center’s sponsor(s); directing annual CEIS events and production of annual report; producing semiannual Progress & Reimbursement Request reports; facilitating RFP process for CAT and STAR programs

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience; Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills required; Advanced financial management skills, including experience with budget development and analysis required; Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial management software required; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required

Nice to have

Experience in a university or healthcare setting preferred