Business Operations Specialist

The Institute of Human Virology (IHV) is currently recruiting a Business Operations Specialist. The Business Operations Specialist will coordinate business operations for the Research Initiative in Infectious Disease and Substance Use (RIIS). This is a clinical care and research program with over 20 staff and 5 research sites spanning two cities.

Benefits (Exempt Regular):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties:

• Manages day-to-day business operations for the RIIS program including finance, procurement, travel, etc.
• Works closely with Senior Director, Research Operations to support RIIS program in Washington, DC.
• Facilitate requests from RIIS Directors.
• Adhere, propose, interpret, implement, and ensure standards of operation, policies, protocols, and procedures to ensure compliant, effective, and efficient operations of business functions.
• Maintain purchasing records, serve as a reviewer/approver, and ensure cardholders maintain compliance with policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, finance, marketing, accounting, human resources, or other related field.

Experience: Three (3) years of business-related experience to position required, with at least one (1) year experience in at least two of the following: human resources, payroll, finance, facility, or research administration.

Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $68,000 - $75,000, Commensurate with education and experience

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

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Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff - E1448E

Employee Class : Exempt Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Financial Disclosure: No

Organization: School of Medicine - Institute of Human Virology

Job Posting: Nov 17, 2025

Unposting Date: Nov 24, 2025, 10:59:00 PM