UNIV Administrative Manager Il College of Pharmacy at Medical University of South Carolina

Job Description SummaryThe Director of Research Administration and Finance provides strategic leadership and oversight for all financial and research administration activities within the Department of Drug Discovery & Biomedical Sciences. This role ensures compliance with university policies sponsor regulations and sound financial practices while supporting faculty and research teams in achieving their scientific and academic goals. The Director serves as a key advisor to department leadership on fiscal planning research operations and resource allocation.EntityMedical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeClassifiedCost CenterCC001154 COP Drug Discovery & Biomedical SciencePay Rate TypeSalaryPay GradeUniversity-08Pay Range69764.00 - 99421.00 - 129077.000Scheduled Weekly Hours40Work ShiftJob DescriptionDirects and coordinates the major administrative/business management operations of a state agency.Advises the agency director or deputy director(s) on matters related to the administrative/business management activities of the agency; develops and implements administrative policies and procedures.Evaluates agency financial and personnel management activities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws rules and regulations.Directs budget preparation and monitors expenditures.Directs special projects and assignments; prepares special reports for the agency director deputy director(s) or outside organizations.Job Duties:20% Operational Oversight: Supervise administrative staff supporting finance and research operations; develop and maintain efficient processes for procurement HR faculty recruitment and faculty affairs space allocation and other operational functions; identify and implement process improvements.20% Strategic Leadership & Planning: Develop and implement financial strategies to support departmental research priorities and long-term sustainability; advise department leadership on budget planning forecasting and resource allocation.25% Financial Management: Oversee all departmental financial operations including budgeting accounting and reporting; monitor expenditures and ensure compliance with university and sponsor guidelines; prepare financial analyses and reports.25% Research Administration: Manage pre-award and post-award processes for grants and contracts; serve as liaison between faculty central research administration and funding agencies; ensure compliance with federal state and institutional regulations.5% Collaboration & Communication: Foster strong working relationships with faculty university offices and external partners; communicate complex financial and regulatory information clearly to diverse audiences.5% Policy & Compliance: Interpret and apply university policies and sponsor regulations; provide training and guidance to faculty and staff on compliance requirements.Additional Job DescriptionMinimum Requirements: A bachelors degree and five years relevant experience in administrative services public administration or business management.Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform pinching operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects up to 15 lbs. from floor level to height of 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects up to 15 lbs. from height of 36 inches to floor level unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects up to 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or belief age sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability protected veteran status family or parental status or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program please click here: Experience:Manager Key Skills Business,Clerical,Account Payable,Administrative Skills,Time Management,Data Entry,office supplies,Accounting,Project Management,Administration Office,Management skills,Account Receivable,Administrative Operations,Problem Solving Skills,Statistics Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1