[Remote] Director Research/Business Administration (Remote) - Radiology

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is seeking a Director of Research/Business Administration to manage and direct all research financial and operational issues for the department. The role involves overseeing grant and operating funds, preparing budgets, and ensuring compliance with university policies.ResponsibilitiesOversees grant and operating funds, including funding from multiple divisionsPrepares and oversees department research budget, financial plan, and financial projectionsPrepares and analyzes grant data reports; distributes, tracks, and monitors bridge, start-up, cost-sharing, and restricted DFA fundingDevelops and oversees tracking mechanisms for grant submission data (current awards, pending awards, grants submitted, etc.)Provides data for research components of division strategic plan documentsOversees the purchasing operation, ensuring maximum utilization of funds; reviews and approves social expenses, equipment, and other transactions over staff limitsInterpretates and communicates all University and government policies and procedures related to research administrationOversees research payroll sourcing; approve payroll documentsDevelops, implements, and maintains standard practices and procedures to ensure efficient workflow; manages cost vs. processes improvement decisionsAssures professional public relations and efficient handling of complaintsWorks with the Unit Leaders, Department Chairman, and/or Executive Director for Business Affairs & Strategic Planning to develop new programs or projectsRepresents the department on University committees (e.g., Department Research Administrators Committee, Department Research Compliance Committee)Oversees personnel issues consists of handling employee-related problems, reviewing and approving all research staffing changes such as promotions and hires, ensuring completion of job descriptions and employee evaluations, and ensuring titles and salaries are consistently maintainedOversees personnel to ensure staffing levels are maintainedPrepares annual reports for research administration and oversight of divisional annual reports as they relate to research dataOversees preparation of monthly research newsletterOversees space system updates for all research-related spaceOversees coordination of common services such as radioactive waste disposal, equipment maintenance, glassware washing needs, etc.; coordination of common equipment and shared facilitiesWorks with Facilities and maintenance staff to ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained (including electrical issues, hood certifications, general maintenance, etc.)Supervises support service activities as they relate to research spaceOversees equipment inventory (both internal and University systems)SkillsBachelor's degreeFinancial Management, Grant Development, Or Strategic Planning Function (7 Years)Supervisory (5 Years)Academic AdministrationResearch AdministrationMaster's degreeDecision MakingDiplomacyIndependent JudgmentInterpersonal CommunicationOffice AdministrationOral CommunicationsProfessional EtiquetteProfessional IntegrityStrategic PlanningWritten CommunicationBenefitsUp to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.Company OverviewWashU Medicine is a leader in improving human health throughout the world. It was founded in 1891, and is headquartered in St Louis, Missouri, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://medicine.wustl.edu/.