Director of Research Operations-Administration ... @ University of Tennessee Career Site
placeMemphis, Tennessee, United States
businessOn Site
scheduleFull time
Posted 4 days ago
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Position Overview
The Director of Research Operations collaborates with the Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration in the College of Pharmacy to implement and direct the day-to-day operations. This includes management of human resources, facilities, grants management, internal relations, as well as budget and financial management for the College.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee pre- and post-award activities including grant & contract submissions via the Cayuse Evisions Routing System.
- Develop comprehensive financial projections and support analyses.
- Manage budget development, financial reporting, and grant management.
- Monitor expenditures ensuring compliance with guidelines, regulations, and guide ledger account reconciliations.
- Collaborate with the Assistant Dean to handle human resources, facilities management, and internal relations.
Key skills/competency
- Research Operations
- Financial Management
- Grants Management
- Budgeting
- Compliance
- Human Resources
- Facilities Management
- Data Analysis
- Leadership
- Administration
How to Get Hired at University of Tennessee Career Site
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Emphasize operations and financial management experience.
- Highlight grants expertise: Include pre and post-award responsibilities.
- Show leadership skills: Demonstrate team collaboration and oversight.
- Prepare for compliance questions: Review regulations and budgeting practices.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review Cayuse Evisions system basics.
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Study financial projection methods.
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Understand grant submission processes.
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Practice budgeting software techniques.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe your leadership experience.
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Explain conflict resolution strategies used.
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Discuss collaboration with cross-functional teams.
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Share examples of managing deadlines.
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