Operations, Education, and Research Administrator, Department of Surgery

The Operations, Education, and Research Administrator, Department of Surgery provides strategic and operational leadership, ensuring efficient administration of financial, human resources, academic, research and business operations for the university. This position serves as a key advisor to the Department Chair and Administrator and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to support the Department of Surgery’s VCU mission, goals, and objectives.

• Provide operational leadership for the department university business functions
• Provide leadership and direction for administrative, financial, academic, research, facilities, and support service functions
• Develop, implement, and evaluate policies, procedures, and operational initiatives that support university goals
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the department leadership on business and operational matters
• Develop short- and long-term plans for the business affairs and operational needs of the department
• Direct strategic priorities, resource allocation, and departmental university initiatives

• Facilitate and support faculty and staff research initiatives
• Direct the preparation, submission, and administration of grants and contracts
• Ensure compliance with institutional requirements, funding agency policies, and federal regulations governing sponsored programs
• Support strategic research growth and administrative infrastructure that advances faculty grants and innovation

• Oversee residency, fellowship, graduate and undergraduate educational programs
• Ensure program compliance with education accreditation standards

• Oversee facilities, business operations, and support service functions as assigned
• Design, manage, and implement processes to support compliance with state and federal policies and regulations
• Align departmental policies and practices with SOM and university objectives and regulatory requirements
• Ensure program compliance with education accreditation standards
• Plan and direct the implementation and modification of technological solutions
• Identify operational improvements and lead organizational change initiatives

• Act as a liaison on behalf of department leadership with internal and external stakeholders
• Build collaborative relationships with all key university partners
• Communicate department goals, priorities, and initiatives effectively

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in business administration or a closely related field
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in administration, operations, or a related field
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered
• Experience supporting sponsored research and grants administration
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education administration
• Demonstrated experience of administration or operations of LCGME-accredited education programs
• Demonstrated experience of administration or operations in an R1-accedited research university
• Experience managing complex budgets and multiple funding sources
• Experience leading large, multidisciplinary teams

Salary Range: $145,000 - $165,000

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Hours per Week: 40

Restricted Position: No

ORP Eligible: Yes

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

University Job Title: 91941 - Director Administration GA 1-3

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Mary Waite
Contact Email: Mary.Waite@vcuhealth.org

Advertised: 23 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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