Department Administrator

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for all administrative functions within the Department of Epidemiology.
• Serve as the principal administrative advisor to the Department Chair on financial, operational, human resources, and compliance matters.
• Oversee departmental financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Provide oversight of research administration, including grants management, proposal development, and sponsor compliance.
• Direct departmental human resources and faculty affairs, including recruitment, retention, and performance management.
• Support administrative and operational systems that serve academic programs and students.
• Oversee departmental communications, events, branding, and alumni engagement.
• Manage departmental facilities, space planning, and operational infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with University, CUIMC, MSPH, and governmental policies and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience.
• 5+ years of related administrative experience.
• Proven experience in financial management and research grant management.
• Demonstrated executive leadership experience within a complex academic, healthcare, or research environment.
• Strong personnel management skills and ability to oversee complex administrative systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and enterprise systems.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration (MPA), or a related field.

About the Company

Columbia University is a world-class research institution located in New York City. The Department of Epidemiology at the Mailman School of Public Health is dedicated to advancing research, education, and service to improve global health outcomes.