University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring an Assistant Director for Research Operations. The role involves leading the business and organizational operations of the Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools, overseeing fiscal responsibilities including budgeting and forecasting, and providing leadership to the administrative services team while collaborating with university business units.
Highlights
Lead research business and organizational operations for the Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools (CYFS).
Provide fiscal oversight including budget monitoring, analysis, forecasting, and reporting.
Develop and implement business plans, policies, and procedures for CYFS.
Lead, support, and supervise the CYFS administrative services team and organize personnel operations.
Assist CYFS leadership with strategic planning and work collaboratively with the College of Education and Human Sciences Business Team and the university.
Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Marketing, Human Resources or equivalent; 7 years of experience in business operations including accounting, grants/contracts, HR, financial or business information management; supervisory experience; strong budgeting and financial reporting skills.
Preferred qualifications: Master's degree; 10 years of relevant experience; knowledge of federal regulations; university research experience; managing multiple projects and personnel oversight experience.
Criminal history background check required.
Minimum salary: $70,000 per year.
Position is full-time and not grant-funded or temporary.
Assistant Director for Research Operations Full Description
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.
Position Information
Position Information
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) | 08/27/2025 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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