Director of Operations and Compliance

24 hours ago


West Des Moines, Iowa, United States Des Moines University Full time
Job Title: Director of Operations, Compliance, and Strategy

At Des Moines University, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Operations, Compliance, and Strategy. This is a unique opportunity to lead our research enterprise and play a key role in shaping the future of our institution.

About the Role:
  • Lead the strategic planning and operational management of research laboratory activities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans for research operations, finance, and overall strategy, aligning budgetary decisions with strategic objectives.
  • Oversee the daily operations, compliance, and finances of the research enterprise, ensuring the quality and sustainability of research activities.
  • Supervise and mentor staff members, fostering a positive, inclusive, and impactful culture.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director of Research, the Faculty Leadership Team, and other staff members to support the Faculty Leadership team and serve as Research Operations leader and compliance officer.
Requirements:
  • Master's degree and/or advanced degree (Ph.D., and M.B.A.) with at least five-seven years of administrative and strategic management experience, including financial and budgetary oversight and at least three years of direct professional staff supervision.
  • Experience in a large-scale, complex academic research-oriented institution or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience in an educational, pharma, or biotech environment.
  • Proficiency in compliance, regulatory affairs, strategy development, project management, developing budgets, fiscal monitoring, and financial projections using multiple fund sources.
Total Rewards:

Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well. Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment, offering a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle.

About Des Moines University:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges - College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences - offering ten graduate degree programs. Our new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, features state-of-the-art facilities, including a vibrant and spacious open laboratory designed to foster collaboration and innovation.



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