Director of Finance and Administration

University of Colorado Director of Finance and Administration Boulder, Colorado Apply Now

The Institute for Behavioral Genetics encourages applications for the position of Director of Finance and Administration.

This position will play a vital role and will coordinate and supervise the administrative and research activities of the Institute.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Institute for Behavioral Genetics (IBG) is an organized research unit of the University of Colorado Research and Innovation Office dedicated to conducting and facilitating research on the genetic and environmental bases of individual differences in behavior.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Management :

• Manage and supervise all administrative staff, currently consisting of 3 University Staff positions.
• Work with faculty and research personnel to ensure their research budgets are in order and expenditures allocated appropriately.
• Coordinate financial and compliance aspects of events held at IBG.
• As the delegated IBG hiring authority, coordinate with relevant departments in resolving personnel issues.
• Lead all aspects of IBG grant applications, including budgetary guidance in preparation of proposal budgets.
• Recommend and establish internal policies and procedures in accordance with University and funding agency guidelines.
• Serve as Financial Manager for IBG, including oversight of all sponsored projects budgets.
• Prepare projections for sponsored research projects and manage all general, auxiliary, and gift fund speedtypes.
• Financial oversight of the IBG training program.
• Prepare university budgets and statistical and financial reports.
• Serve as the liaison between IBG and other administrative departments.

Leadership :

• Contribute to developing strategic goals and objectives by participating in planning.
• Provide support and counsel to the Director to establish Institute policies.

What We Require

A bachelor's degree and two (2) years of professional work experience in general and / or research administration, including financial, HR, grant submission, and post-award management functions.

What You Will Need

• Excellent organizational, writing, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Ability to train and supervise staff and maintain cohesive teams.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and accounting skills.
• Flexibility to meet challenges as they arise.
• Ability to represent the Institute professionally and credibly.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit a current resume and a cover letter that specifically addresses how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

Please apply by 10 / 13 / 24 for first consideration.

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