Chief Administrative Officer

1 day ago


San Francisco, California, United States University of California , San Francisco Full time
Job Summary

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Cardiovascular Research Institute (CVRI) serves as the chief operating officer and oversees all aspects of administrative and financial functions, including financial management, human resources, research administration, space planning, administrative support, IT, website management, facilities, equipment management, and the day-to-day operations of the institute.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee all aspects of administrative and financial functions, including financial management, human resources, research administration, space planning, administrative support, IT, website management, facilities, equipment management, and the day-to-day operations of the institute.
  • Report directly to the CVRI Director and indirectly to the School of Medicine Vice Dean of Administration and Finance.
  • Work collaboratively with investigators from various academic departments, including core faculty laboratories.
  • Provide oversight and administrative support for the Center for Tobacco Control Research and Education and the Adult Pulmonary Function Lab, a clinical, diagnostics, and research lab at the Parnassus campus.
  • Function as a strategic planning partner, providing skillful administrative, operational, and financial management at all sites.
  • Work to maximize the utilization of all institute and program resources and to provide and maintain administrative excellence in all aspects of the institute.
  • Manage the Smith Cardiovascular Research Building (SCVRB) and oversee the 232,000 gsf CVRB, which has the capacity to house 48 laboratories and a cardiology outpatient clinic.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or equivalent experience/training.
  • 8+ years of progressively responsible academic and financial management experience, or equivalent experience, encompassing financial management, strategic planning and organizational development, and human resource management and/or equivalent experience/training.
  • 7+ years of lead/supervisor/manager experience.
  • Excellent leadership abilities to oversee multiple functions through subordinate managers.
  • Advanced knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques; human resources and risk management planning; accounting and payroll.
  • Excellent skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively in sensitive situations; skills in conflict management techniques.
  • Skills in establishing and implementing customer service standards.
  • Excellent ability to establish metrics for Institute and employee goals, which measure the effectiveness of contributions to efficient operations of the department.
  • Strong knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs.
  • Advanced project management skills, including the capability to manage capital projects.
  • Advanced knowledge of administrative management theory and ability to translate this knowledge into practice.
  • Advanced skills in strategy development, systems planning and change management.
  • Very strong ability to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify multiple options for resolution.
About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care.

We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care.



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