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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring an Assistant Director for Research Operations. This role involves leading research business and organizational operations at the Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families, and Schools (CYFS), overseeing fiscal operations, and providing leadership in budget monitoring, analyses, and forecasting. The role also includes developing and implementing business plans, supporting strategic thinking, and working with teams to support best business practices.

Highlights

Leadership of research business and organizational operations at CYFS.
Oversight of fiscal operations, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Development and implementation of business plans and policies.
Leadership support to the CYFS administrative team and strategic planning.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Marketing, or Human Resources.
Minimum of seven years experience in business operations.
Technical skills: budgeting, accounting, grants/contracts, personnel, and payroll practices.
Minimum salary: $70,000 per year.
Preferred: Master’s degree and ten years of experience in a similar role.

Assistant Director for Research Operations Full Description

Assistant Director for Research Operations

You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

Working Title | Assistant Director for Research Operations
Department | NE Ctr Research on Youth, Fam & School-4425
Requisition Number | S_250402
Posting Open Date | 05/22/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/05/2025
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes

Description of Work | Responsible for leading the research business/organizational operations of the Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools (CYFS). Provide leadership and oversight for the fiscal operation of CYFS, including budget monitoring, analyses, and forecasting. Report financial and organizational information to the Director for use in long-range planning. Develop and implement business plans, policies, and procedures; provide leadership, support and supervision to the CYFS administrative services team; and organize personnel operations. Assist the CYFS Director and co-Director in the evolution and implementation of strategic thinking for the Center. Working collaboratively with the College of Education and Human Sciences Business Team and the university to support best business practices.

The College of Education and Human Sciences strives to be a vibrant, welcoming, and caring community driven by our mission to enhance the lives of individuals, families, schools, and communities, and strengthening the relationships among them.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Marketing, Human resources or equivalent. Seven (7) years of experience in business operations in any combination of accounting, grants/contracts, human resource, financial or business/information management. Supervisory or team management experience. Working knowledge of budgeting, accounting, grants/contracts, personnel and payroll practices. Supervisory and team management skills. Ability to develop, monitor, and forecast budgets, and generate financial reports. Ability to prioritize and work independently. Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing and possess a strong commitment to customer service. Strong interpersonal, technical, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills; experience in a business/team.

Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Marketing, Human Resources or equivalent. Ten (10) years of experience in business operations in any combination of accounting, grants/contracts, human resource, financial or business/information management. Supervisory or team management experience. Knowledge of federal regulations; working knowledge of university research; and experience working in a university, government or non-profit environment. Prefer experience in managing multiple projects and providing leadership and oversight of personnel.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $70,000/year minimum
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.

You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Susan Sheridan
ssheridan2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) |
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: | As soon as possible
Appointment End Date |

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