Assistant Center Director, Operations

The Medical College Of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI

Full-time - Manager

Milwaukee, WI

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Center Director, Operations at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) plays a crucial role in overseeing the operational activities of the Center for Advancing Population Science. This position is responsible for ensuring that the center's goals are met effectively and efficiently, managing operations related to strategy, finance, research, personnel, and administration. The role involves leadership in grant management, financial oversight, and communication with faculty and staff regarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of metrics, guidelines, and strategies for evaluating center efficiency and effectiveness.
• Help in the development and execution of the strategic plan within the center.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate operational procedures and activities, providing advice and recommendations.
• Communicate new directives, policies, or procedures in a timely and effective manner.
• Hire, supervise, train, and mentor all operational staff.
• Provide leadership for the center's pre and post grant management activities, including training of research staff.
• Monitor, analyze, and forecast the center's financials in collaboration with center leadership.
• Oversee fiscal, personnel, and administrative operations, including the development of the annual budget.
• Maintain open communication throughout the institution and with external stakeholders to ensure collaboration and alignment of goals.
• Interpret and advise faculty and staff on MCW policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 8 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of research and medical terminology preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a medical, research, or educational environment.
• Progressively responsible experience in office management with supervisory and budget management responsibilities.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• 403(b)
• Pet insurance