"Director of Finance and Administration"

Position Summary/Description

The Director of Finance and Administration in the Department of Cell Biology and Physiology partners with the Chair to develop a strategic vision to lead the Department to stellar performance in all missions: teaching, research, and service to the State, and ensures departmental resource allocation in support of strategic priorities.

This position is responsible for the implementation of systems and initiatives influencing financial planning and management, operations management, human resource management, sponsored research management, information systems design and delivery, strategic leadership and governance, and professional and ethical responsibilities on behalf of the Chair of the Department. These activities are very complex, demanding and very detailed. The Director of Finance and Administration assumes substantial independent senior administrative authority in the Chair's Office for leadership and innovative direction for the Department's policy development and implementation of systems and initiatives to attain goals. This position reports directly to the Chair and acts as the primary designee representing the department in committees and other campus meetings as needed.

This position has direct oversight for the work of 4 positions. Total revenue for the Department of Cell Biology and Physiology is $16.5M dollars (Contracts and Grants, State Appropriated Funds, Overhead, Gifts and Endowments).

Education and Experience

Knowledge and experience with NIH grants and the UNC system regulations preferred. Experience with PeopleSoft/ConnectCarolina and Infoporte a plus. Experience in grant preparation and review, short-term and long-term planning, project coordination, and personnel supervision preferred.

Essential Skills

The successful Director will be an experienced, intuitive, creative, and dynamic leader with superior interpersonal and problem-solving skills. They will have well-developed attributes of professionalism, leadership, communication, presentation abilities, superior organizational skills, as well as analytic expertise. Critical skills and knowledge required are focused but not limited to the following areas: financial management, operational leadership, human resource management, program development and growth, strategic planning, customer service, faculty recruitment, and presentation skills.

Candidates must have the ability to work independently and have strong organizational and administrative skills. Experience with budget management required. Must be able to understand, interpret, and apply applicable policies and procedures. Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal behaviors, and the capacity to inspire confidence in his or her reasoning and decision-making. Must have advanced knowledge of Excel. Knowledge of public and private granting agencies, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills are also required.

Posted: 01-Mar-26

Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Internal Number: 313819

Employment Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Vacancy ID: NF0009568

Salary Range: Dependent on Qualifications