Operations Manager

The Operations Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of the Ben May Department for Cancer Research, collaborating closely with the Faculty Chair and the Basic Science Executive Administrator to provide operational support.

Requirements

• Provide comprehensive operational support to the Faculty Chair and Executive Administrator.
• Serve as a primary liaison between the Department, BSD, and University partners to proactively identify issues and implement process improvements.
• Coordinate operational components of fiscal and budgetary activities in collaboration with the Executive Administrator and Financial Administrator.
• Ensure departmental compliance with BSD and University policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Supervise and develop departmental support staff.
• Partner with the Department and People Service Delivery team to coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and transitions for faculty and staff.
• Support execution of staff-related processes and maintain documentation in accordance with institutional standards.
• Lead training initiatives to ensure staff adherence to policies and procedures.
• Coordinate administrative and operational components of the Ludwig Center for Cancer Research.
• Serve as the primary departmental point of contact for facilities and space-related matters, including repairs, temperature regulation, power outages, flooding emergencies, and key access.
• Oversee equipment inventory audits and related compliance requirements.
• Oversee departmental website content and coordinate updates to ensure accuracy and visibility.
• Manage departmental social media presence to highlight research, faculty achievements, and key initiatives.
• Coordinate with Executive Assistant on internal communications and department distribution lists.
• Analyze operational processes to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and improved service delivery.
• Initiate the hiring process of students and staff for a unit, which includes the processing of payroll.
• Responsible for training office staff on office procedures and compliance protocols. Coordinates special projects.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan