Research Business Director

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at theBeckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.

Join City of Hope as a Research Business Director providing administrative leadership for a broad area of Research Business Operations. Supporting multiple faculty members, including department chairs and/or institute leaders, directs daily operations through subordinate staff. The role involves assessing, planning, and executing changes to daily processes to achieve strategic initiatives within Research Operations.

As a successful candidate, you will:

• Research Administration & Financial Management: Oversee financial reporting, budget development, grant submissions, and contract management, collaborating with PIs and central offices to ensure successful proposal submissions.
• Human Resources: Manage hiring processes for high-level faculty, oversee job and status changes, and support staff productivity through regular meetings.
• Management and Leadership: Provide direction on department business activities, space and facilities management, and staff development, while fostering collaboration with central departments.
• Special Projects: Participate in strategic planning initiatives, process improvements, and organizational committee work, supporting business efficiencies and system enhancements.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines, maintaining integrity and confidentiality.
• Collaboration: Cultivate relationships with internal and external partners to streamline business processes and drive operational excellence.

Your qualifications should include:

* Bachelor's degree in business, finance, science, or related field; Master's degree preferred.

* 6+ years of business management experience in academic research or healthcare, including 4 years of leadership experience.

* Experience in staff supervision, budget development, grant management, and space planning.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

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