665 Director Of Administration jobs in the United States
Director, Contract Administration
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**Role Summary**
The Director, Contract Administration, is the leader of the Contract Administration team, and oversees all aspects of contract administration and development payment processes for Walt Disney Pictures, 20th Century Studios, Searchlight Pictures, and Walt Disney Animation Studios. This role reports to the Deputy Chief Counsel, Production Legal, Administration & Operations.
**The Team**
The Contract Administration team manages contracts, facilitates development payments, tracks producing overall deals and rights expirations, and ensures that our writers, directors, producers, and rightsholders are timely and properly paid in accordance with their contracts and all guild and union requirements. The team works closely with Business Affairs, Legal Affairs, Creative, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Production Finance, Labor Relations, and Physical Production across Walt Disney Pictures, 20th Century Studios, Searchlight Pictures, and Walt Disney Animation Studios. The team is currently composed of a Manager, five Contract Administrators and one Contract Administration Coordinator.
**Responsibilities**
+ Contract Analysis - review talent agreements to identify rights and financial obligations, summarize key terms, conduct rights research, and generate reports as needed.
+ Payments and Contract Administration - stay current on payroll systems, guild and tax rules; advise Business Affairs and Legal Affairs on compliance; coordinate with external reps; support payment processing from development through production; and manage turnaround/abandonment workflows.
+ Calendaring/Notices - monitor and update critical development and production dates; send weekly reminders to studio executives; and ensure rights-related deadlines are included in department agendas.
+ Database Consultation/Testing - collaborate with IT to improve internal contract database, define best practices, and lead testing of system updates.
+ Reporting - provide deal precedent data to Business Affairs and Legal Affairs; create and refine reports from internal database; and analyze contracts for scheduled and ad-hoc reporting.
+ Labor Matters - partner with Labor Relations to address WGA late payment claims and support union negotiations with ad-hoc reporting.
+ Legal Matters - advise Legal Affairs on payroll, accounts payable, and tax policy compliance.
+ Team Leadership and Strategic Planning - lead and develop a team of contract administrators, providing strategic oversight, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, and driving process improvements to support business objectives.
**Basic Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
+ 8 -10 years of experience in contract administration, legal operations, or business affairs within the entertainment industry.
+ Minimum 5 years of experience managing a team
+ Knowledge of payroll processes and applicable guild and union requirements, procedures, terminology, policies and standards.
+ Strong analytical, organization, time-management and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, multi-task and prioritize deadlines and deliverables.
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills
+ Detail-oriented mindset with exceptional proofreading skills
+ Ability to interact, collaborate and communicate with personnel of various levels throughout the studio.
+ Must be able to read and interpret legal contracts and guild and union collective bargaining agreements
+ Prior work experience at a major studio
+ Tech savvy mindset, with strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), and familiarity with document management systems (e.g., NetDocuments) and complex databases used to track deals, key dates and payments. Proven ability to lead the adoption and integration of AI-enabled tools, automation and smart technologies to enhance accuracy, efficiency and strategic insights in contract administration processes.
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $124,900.00 to $167,500.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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**Location:** Burbank,California
**Job Posting Company:** The Walt Disney Company (Corporate)
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Deputy Director of Administration
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Kern Council of Governments is seeking applicants for the position of Deputy Director of Administration. The Deputy Director of Administration is responsible for the internal organization and administration of the Kern Council of Governments (COG). The primary role of the Administrative Division is to coordinate and manage the operation of the COG. This includes budget preparation, appropriation, expenditure and fiscal management. This also includes public meeting management, human resources, information technology, and overall office management including related work as required.
Nursing Director - Nursing Administration

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Works at the direction of the Chief Nurse Executive to support operations and to extend executive leadership and oversight. Plans, organizes, directs, evaluates and coordinates inpatient-nursing services in assigned areas. Has specific management authority for business and operational planning, financial management, physician relationships and partnerships related to achievement of strategic goals and the delivery of safe quality patient care. Collaborates with MMHS leadership and the Medical staff in the development and execution of strategic plans, providing quality care, and managing cost-effective services which are aligned with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsible for achieving the strategic priorities for nursing in their assigned areas of accountability in collaboration with the nursing leadership team. This position has supervisory responsibility for staff.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Provides leadership and management to assigned department(s) effectively managing the internal operations. May be responsible for large, complicated or high-risk departments.
+ Collaborates with CNE and other medical center management in identifying and implementing innovative models and best practices with an emphasis on safety, quality of care, service improvements and cost reduction.
+ Monitors services for performance, compliance, and opportunities for improvement. Analyzes costs, productivity trends, and patient care levels.
+ Provides leadership related to implementing performance standards that maximize staff productivity and adhere to compliance regulations, promotes excellence in skills, standardized process, adoption of technology, and personalized patient care experiences.
+ Collaborates with programs and project teams to monitor key performance indicators, clinical data, and financial performance. Takes appropriate measures to address variance, noncompliance to safety and regulatory practices, and to improve patient care.
+ Facilitates the development and implementation of policies, standards that guide the provision of safe care, maintaining compliance with pertinent laws and regulations.
+ Serves as a resource around clinical scope of practice, regulatory standards, evidence-based trends and safety guidelines.
+ Incorporates and models the MHS Vision, Model and Values throughout the service area. .
+ Develops environmental control, safety, fire, and disaster programs for department in compliance with regulatory standards
+ Maintains current knowledge of changes in health care legislation, nursing practice, informatics, and advanced technology.
+ Fosters an environment that supports everyone in working collaboratively to the benefit of patients, staff, and the organization alike. Promotes open and effective conversations among all team members to promote patient safety.
+ Hires, trains, supervises, counsels, disciplines, and terminates when appropriate.
+ Develops and oversees on going staff development, education, training, orientation and in-service needs. Verifies programs, content, and criteria to be used to educate and train staff following professional organization standard requirements and safety guidelines (example ANA, AACN, ENA, AONL, IHI etc).
+ Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the health systems corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violations of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all company investigations and proceedings.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum eight (8) years related nursing experience.
+ Minimum three (3) years managerial experience in a major Medical Center or related area.
Education
+ Masters degree in Nursing, Public Health, or Business Administration or RN license with six years nursing management experience.
License, Certification, Registration
+ Registered Nurse License (Hawaii)
Additional Requirements:
+ Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in decision making conflict resolution, change management, influence, oral communication, written communication, problem solving, quality management and team building.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in word processing and spreadsheet PC applications.
+ Knowledge of Kaiser organization or HMO.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Nursing Director - Nursing Administration
LOCATION: Wailuku, Hawaii
REQNUMBER:
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Senior Director, Philanthropy Administration

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As a member of the Foundation & Guild Association leadership team, this pivotal role provides comprehensive oversight of the Foundation and Guild Association's administration, encompassing financial management, employee management, data governance, and rigorous policy and contract oversight. Key responsibilities include budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring the Foundation's fiscal integrity.
**Required Education and Experience**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Minimum seven years of progressive experience in the philanthropy profession, demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility.
+ Minimum five years of experience managing large and complex donor information systems.
+ Minimum five years of experience managing complex budgets, robust revenue accounting processes and systems, and developing, analyzing, monitoring, and presenting detailed financial plans.
+ Minimum five years of comprehensive management experience.
+ Minimum five years of experience collaborating effectively with institutional leaders and volunteers.
**Preferred**
+ Master's degree in business administration or a certificate in non-profit management.
+ Minimum five years of experience in healthcare fundraising.
**Compensation Range**
$157,290.00 - $235,936.00 per year
**Salary Information**
This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.
**Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants**
This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors **.**
**Benefits Information**
Seattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website .
**About Us**
**Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children's - to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE**
Our founding promise to the community is as valid today as it was over a century ago: we will care for all children in our region, regardless of the families' ability to pay. Together, we deliver superior patient care, advance new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and serve as the pediatric and adolescent, academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho - the largest region of any children's hospital in the country.
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Seattle Children's among the nation's best children's hospitals. For more than a decade, Seattle Children's has been nationally recognized in key specialty areas. We are honored to be one of the nation's very best places to care for children and the top-ranked pediatric hospital in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
As a Magnet designated institution, we recognize the importance of hiring and developing great talent to provide best-in-class care to the patients and families we serve. Our organizational DNA takes form in our core values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity and Innovation. Whether it's delivering frontline care to our patients in a kind and caring manner, practicing the highest standards of quality and safety, or being relentlessly curious as we work towards eradicating childhood diseases, these values are the fabric of our culture and community. The future starts here.
**Our Commitment**
Seattle Children's welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts as this is what drives our spirit of inquiry and allows us to better connect with our patients and families. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The people who work at Seattle Children's are members of a community that seeks to respect and celebrate all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves.
Seattle Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.
Associate Director, Administration, Mott Center - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedAssociate Director, Administration, Mott Center - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecologyat its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential functions (job duties):
Job Purpose:
Works with Director (Academic) to provide high level leadership and management of the Center. Directs the administration of fiscal, faculty, and academic affairs, personnel, research, physical plant management, and operations of the Center. Serve as chief administrative liaison to the Division of Research and the School of Medicine, as well as other internal and external constituents.
Essential Functions:
Direct financial activities which include development of complex budget projections and plans, cost and statistical analyses and related reports, and oversight of expenditures to ensure compliance with WSU policies. Represent Center in budget meetings with School of Medicine and Division of Research. Plan, direct and maintain all budgets in accordance with allocation provisions, policy and regulations for all fund types; develop short and long range strategic plans. Maintain internal control systems to assure integrity of financial transactions, prevent errors, omissions and fraudulent activity.
Direct, develop, and administer personnel operations. Responsible for performance management, recruiting, merit and salary planning, transaction management, employee relations, development, and reporting. Partner with Human Resources Client Services to optimize process flow and resolve other issues. Ensure transactions for all academic and non-academic personnel are performed in compliance with WSU policy and procedures.
Possess signatory authority for the Center. Final approver for all administrative e-systems and processes. Represent Center/leadership team to other University personnel, students, vendors, external clients and outside professional organizations and groups. Participate on various committees and task forces; serve as a resource providing general information and problem resolution for operational activities.
Attend and participate in monthly faculty meeting. Regularly meet with faculty to remedy issues related to all aspects of operations. Direct administration of the merit salary and promotion and tenure processes. Assist Director (Academic) with faculty recruiting activities; determine related financial commitments. Manage faculty start-up accounts; work with School of Medicine and University Budget Office for scheduled funding contributions. Provide support to new-hire faculty members to efficiently setup and establish laboratories.
Direct administration of the graduate programs. Develop and implement graduate student recruitment activities, direct related financial activities of programs and seminar series. Work with Division Director for Education to determine rotations and laboratory placement of students. Develop, implement, and direct program delivery, coordinate technical and administrative aspects of programs/projects. Facilitate resolution of issues related to enrolled students.
Direct the financial aspects of the grant award functions, both pre and post. Approve proposals and ensure budgets and effort are aligned with Center/School/Division objectives. Ensure principal investigators maintain approved budgets of active awards and prevent deficits. Direct formal reporting for grant and ICR balances, provide standardized reports to investigators on a scheduled basis. Direct processes that identify sources of funding, maintain grants database, and provide added value to proposals.
Develop and direct programs for development/philanthropy and other types of outreach. Actively promote Center, including management of the website and newsletter, writing communications and other public relations.
Direct physical plant management. Review office and laboratory space assignments per Center policy. Identify and direct the removal of outdated equipment, clearing of laboratories no longer in use; oversee repairs and new installations, directs coordination with FP&M for large and small scale renovation projects. Negotiate service and maintenance contracts for scientific and office equipment.
Unique duties:
The Associate Director of Administration is responsible for the operational and financial management of the Mott Center, reporting directly to the Center Director. This role oversees and mentors an administrative team that supports faculty, the Clinical Research Center, and all research and educational activities of the Center. Responsible for management of grants and contract funding (pre- and post-award), the financial oversight of all Center funding sources (including the Clinical Research Center), and human resource functions. The Associate Director also supports the planning and execution of research and educational initiatives. Essential Functions: Prepare and manage the overall budget for the center, overseeing all funding sources. Prepare and manage the yearly general fund state-allocated budget. Provide financial reporting and forecasting to the Director, ensuring compliance and managing expense reporting and forecasting for endowments and startup accounts. Present monthly financial updates to Director and make recommendations on financial matters. Maintain and reconcile the personnel position roster for the Department. Manage over $10M in active grant awards, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and financial accuracy and integrity. Manage financial transfers, expense transfers, journal vouchers, and account corrections. Oversee the financial structure and operations of the Clinical Research Center. Lead, mentor, and supervise the administrative team. Serve on key committees that directly support the operational activities and initiatives of the center. Manage space allocation, building operations, and serve as liaison with various WSU departments. Initiate and approve personnel actions (hiring, terminations, reclassifications, disciplinary actions, and retention efforts). Serve has a first-level liaison for human resource-related matters. Handle confidential and sensitive information for the center. Assist Director with activities and initiatives as needed. Plan and implement events for the center. Act as department-level approver for EPAF, WayneBuy, TravelWayne, WebTime timesheets, ProCard transactions, etc. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education:Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related field from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Master's degree preferred.
Experience:Expert (established subject matter expert, 7+ years experience)
Minimum of seven years of financial, budget, human resources, academic administration, and supervisory experience, preferably in higher education or a large/complex organization.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
BUSINESS ACUMEN: Possess an understanding of administrative systems, preferably in a higher education environment. Demonstrates a high level of understanding of operations or possesses the equivalent professional experience in supporting the business operations of an equivalent size in a non-university organization such as non-profit, corporate or government. Demonstrates broad knowledge and perspective and is future oriented.
ANALYTICAL SKILLS: Demonstrates the ability to apply analytical and logical thinking to gathering and analyzing information. Makes valid and reliable evaluation of information. Proposes and evaluates alternative solutions to achieve organizational goals. Capable of analyzing large volume of data and summarizing results.
PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS: Analyzes the impact of potential actions. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Anticipates the implications and consequences of situations and takes appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies.
LEADERSHIP SKILLS: Provides leadership and training to responsible area(s) regarding financial, budgetary, human resources and administrative matters. Demonstrates strong leadership skills that can influence and motivate individuals and groups to achieve results.
ORGANIZATIONAL AGILITY: Demonstrates the use of strategic and mission critical approaches in decision making. Knows how to get things done both through formal channels and the informal networks. Demonstrates the ability to work effectively to establish and accomplish the mission, strategic plans, goals and objectives of the unit.
TEAMWORK AND RELATIONSHIPS: Ability to work through others and make appropriate interventions to ensure work flow is efficient and adequate resources are available. Encourages collaboration and seeks feedback. Demonstrates an ability to share organizational knowledge with peers to support their personal developments within the institutional framework.
PLANNING/PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Ability to shift priorities and multi-task on various projects. Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects. Realistically estimates time and resource requirements on projects.
SUPERVISORY SKILLS: Ability to delegate work, set clear direction and manage workflow. Skill and experience in mentoring and coaching of personnel. Ability to train, develop, assess, and offer feedback to staff members. Skilled in development of teamwork among staff members.
ORGANIZATION SKILLS: Ability to prioritize and plan work activities; adapting to changing conditions. Strong organizational skills and ability to work within established deadline and under pressure.
PERSONAL CREDIBILITY: Possesses high ethical standards. Respects the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others. Interprets and understands University policies and applicable laws and regulations to ensure personal and unit compliance.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Expresses oneself clearly in writing and in conversations and interactions with others. Can portray financial information clearly through spreadsheets, financial statements, graphs, and narratives. Demonstrates the ability to plan and deliver oral and written communications that are impactful and persuasive.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, all Banner Applications, Prophix, and WSU Pipeline programs.
Preferred qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education & experience. Five or more years of experience working in a high-level administrative role. Knowledge and experience working with management of Federal, State, Foundation, and Industry-sponsored grant and contract funding. Demonstrated experience in financial skills with a strong understanding of general accounting principles. Must be able to develop and effectively manage budgets. Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced setting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to communicate (verbal and written) professionally and effectively. Able to interact professionally with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong analytical problem-solving skills. Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
School/College/Division:
H06 - School of Medicine
Primary department:
H0610 - Obstetrics/Gynecology
Employment type:
+ Regular Employee
+ Job type: Full Time
+ Job category: Staff/Administrative
Funding/salary information:
+ Compensation type: Annual Salary
+ Hourly rate:
+ Salary minimum: TBD
+ Salary hire maximum: TBD
Working conditions:
Job openings:
+ Number of openings: 1
+ Reposted position: No
+ Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
+ Prior posting/requisition number:
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Sr. Director Research - Administration - Full Time
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The Donald Guthrie Foundation for Research (DGF) is the research arm of The Guthrie Clinic and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Its mission is to support, facilitate, and grow high-impact clinical, translational, and basic science research that enhances patient outcomes and improves healthcare delivery within the Twin Tiers community and beyond.
This position represents the administrative dyad component of a physician-administrator leadership model. The dyad pairs the Executive Director of Research (physician leader-HPA) with a senior administrative executive to collaboratively lead the strategic, operational, and compliance functions of DGF. This role is central to ensuring the effective oversight of clinical research, human subject protections, data governance, educational research, and partnership development.
The administrative executive has broad oversight responsibilities across core domains:
- Clinical Research Operations in compliance and in regulatory areas.
- Supports research and scholarly activities related to Graduate Medical Education (GME), encompassing residents, fellows and medical students across Guthrie’s 10 residency and 7 fellowship programs and clinical partnerships with GCSOM and LECOM.
- LEAP Testing Service accreditation (LTS)
- Master’s degree required (MPH, MHA, MBA, or MS in STEM discipline).
- Minimum 3–5 years of direct experience in clinical or pharmaceutical-sponsored research or regulatory fields such as the FDA, NIH, or HHS.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in managing a clinical research organization
- Certifications in research administration (e.g., SOCRA, ACRP) preferred.
- At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in research administration, higher education, or complex healthcare systems.
- Demonstrated success with program development, P&L accountability, strategic planning, and cross-functional implementation.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams.
- Deep understanding of human-subjects research compliance (AAHRPP, FDA, IRB, GCP, ICH).
- Experience in integrating clinical research into health system priorities and workflows.
- Knowledge of REDCap, regulatory software, and grant management tools.
- Experience partnering with physician investigators and clinical departments.
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, especially in multidisciplinary environments.
- Experience coordinating with university research programs and navigating academic health partnerships.
- Human Research Protections Program (HRPP) & IRB Oversight
- Work closely with the Organizational Official for the Federalwide Assurance (FWA) ensuring that The Guthrie Clinic fulfills its responsibilities under the FWA.
- Ensure IRB operations align with federal (OHRP, FDA), state laws and institutional policies. Provides guidance to the IRB in developing policies and procedures, interpreting regulations, obtaining Foundation Board approval of new IRB members, and executing recommendations of senior leadership and governing boards of The Guthrie Clinic.
- Assist Human Protection Administrator (HPA) by implementing rigorous oversight of human subject protocols, training programs, and IRB quality assurance processes. Assures that the IRB has appropriate resources to carry out its functions and that any additional reviews and approvals required by the organization are obtained before a research protocol involving human subjects can commence.
- Advises The Guthrie Clinic senior leadership on HRPP regulatory issues.
- Oversee FDA inspections, audits, AAHRPP accreditation, and documentation workflows to safeguard ethical research conduct.
- Research Governance & Institutional Integration
- Serve as the Director of Research to align research priorities with Guthrie’s strategic goals.
- Serve as the Research Integrity Officer to oversee academic integrity and development of procedures for investigating allegations of research misconduct.
- Oversight of sponsored research including investigational drug and device clinical trials
- Oversight of investigator-initiated research. Determine feasibility, scientific review, funding and resource allocation. Communicate directly with FDA for investigational new drug (IND) and investigational device exemptions (IDE), providing scientific expertise to the lead investigator.
- Lead initiatives in research data governance, REDCap implementation, and policy development.
- Resource Optimization & Financial Management
- Develop and monitor program budgets, grant revenue, and research-related expenses.
- Manage pharmaceutical and federally funded study contracts, billing compliance, and audit preparation.
- Maintain dashboards to monitor research output, investigator activity, and financial performance.
- Ensure research is financially sustainable, integrated with clinical operations, and positioned for external funding.
- Expansion of Research Capacity & Partnerships
- Strengthen collaborations with academic institutions including GCSOM, Binghamton University, LECOM, Cornell, and others.
- Support data-sharing agreements, MOUs, and joint research project development.
- Promote a culture of innovation and cross-disciplinary inquiry throughout Guthrie.
- Expand and oversee expansion and integration of pharmaceutical clinical research within other Guthrie entities.
- Support for Graduate Medical Education & Scholarly Activity
- Lead the administrative support for GME-related research output.
- Collaborate with program directors, residents, fellows, and medical students to advance scholarly engagement and mentorship.
- Track metrics and outcomes related to GME academic research productivity.
- Development of Systems and Infrastructure
- Build and maintain robust business processes for research operations, including project management, financial tracking, metrics reporting, and contract oversight.
- Implement quality improvement practices across all research functions.
- Serve as the primary liaison to internal leadership, Foundation Board members, and external stakeholders on all matters related to research operations.
- Support faculty development and mentoring to increase investigator-initiated research output.
- Lead infrastructure development to support new research lines, including community-based, implementation science, and translational studies.
- While in-person presence is preferred, the Administrative Executive may work remotely, with a flexible expectation of at least six on-site days per year to support key activities such as quarterly Board meetings, annual reviews, site visits, or other major events as needed.
- Standard office setting with regular use of computers and communication tools.
- Minimal exposure to safety hazards; no direct patient contact.
- Hybrid or remote flexibility may be considered based on organizational needs.
- Daily engagement with staff across clinical, educational, and administrative domains.
- Regular interaction with academic institutions, regulatory agencies, industry sponsors, and community partners.
All DGF personnel are expected to engage actively in continuous improvement efforts by:
- Identifying opportunities for quality enhancement.
- Participating in data collection and evaluation.
- Contributing to improvement teams and initiatives.
Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.
The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.
Director, Sales Administration & Planning - Adventure Sports

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As **Director, Sales Administration and Planning** , you will be responsible for leading Sales Administration (Operations) and Planning teams for Bell Helmets, C-Preme (Krash and Raskullz), CamelBak, Fox Racing, Giro Sport Design, and QuietKat in North America. As the "right hand" of our Executive team, your previous experience in Sales Planning, Sales Enablement, and Administration will service as the glue between Sales > Demand Planning > Finance > Marketing > Product Development.
This position reports to the **VP of Sales & Market Development, North America** and allows you the flexibility of a hybrid schedule based at our Global Headquarters in **Irvine, CA** .
**As the Director of Sales Administration & Planning, you will have an opportunity to:**
+ Lead _Sales Planning_ functions supporting Strategic Accounts (Mass, Key Accounts, Amazon, Government Military, Corporate) and Field Sales (Powersports, Cycling, Snow & Outdoor) leaders
+ Lead _Sales Administration_ (Operations) functions for North America, including but not limited to: CRM Administration, Customer Onboarding and Master Data, Compliance (MAP/UP Administration), B2B Elastic Suite Administration, and Selling Tools (i.e. Order Forms, Price Lists, Catalogs, Samples, etc.)
+ Global Salesforce Sales Cloud CRM business process champion; leverage and maximize capabilities to discover Revenue Opportunities through Activity Management (Account Visits and Planning)
+ Collaborate with Sales Leadership, Dealer Service, and Finance teams to update monthly reforecasts and facilitate periodic business reviews (i.e. Monthly Business Reviews)
+ Partner with Dealer Service (Customer Support) teams to analyze orderbook (i.e. Sales Holds, Credit Blocks, Backorders, and Allocation & Fulfillment)
+ Build 12-month rolling forecasts by Brand/Channel/Customer Group and provide regular variance analysis
+ Provide monthly category performance updates (i.e. Circana) and weekly retailer point-of-sale analytics with insights which may influence future demand trends (i.e. Lightspeed, SPS Commerce, etc.)
+ Lead efforts to provide sales inputs during critical product development milestones (Concept Design Review, Final Design Review, Final Line Adopt, etc.)
+ Regularly survey business requirements related to Sales Analytics & Reporting; partner with Finance, Demand Planning, and IT to automate dashboards to minimize Adhoc reporting requests
+ Facilitate Sales Territory Planning and Administration: Customer Assignments, Commissions Master Data, and Contract Administration with Legal
+ Formulate Sales Quotas and partner with IT teams to upload Opportunities in Salesforce CRM/PowerBI for automated "live" performance to plan reporting/facilitation
+ Partner with Project Management Office to ensure Sales Tools are delivered on time according to Innovation Trail/PM Calendar milestones; provide thought-leadership and team resources as required for Project success
+ Coordinate regular B2B inside communications related to calendar milestones and schedule meetings with quarterly-advanced notice
+ Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to provide exceptional support to surprise and delight our customers with every engagement
+ Manage overall department budget; create long-range staffing plans in alignment with financial goals and associated volume expectations
+ Contribute to annual budget cycle related to Sales Incentives (Commissions and Bonus), plus Sales OPEX (i.e. Travel and Entertainment, Sales Meeting Budgets, etc.)
+ Ensure consistency in onboarding, training, skills development, and resolution processes amongst team
+ Partner with leaders in Europe and International Markets to harmonize global processes and share best practices between regions
+ Other duties and administrative tasks as required
**You have:**
+ A minimum of 7-10 years in Sales Planning, Operations, or Related Roles
+ SAP BW Experience
+ Power BI Experience (Relational Databases and Visualization Tools)
+ SAP Experience
+ SalesForce Sales and Service Cloud Experience
+ High-proficiency in Excel, Powerpoint, Word and Outlook
+ Highly motivated and self-directed
+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
+ Passionate about training and employee development
**You might have:**
+ Oracle Experience
+ Elastic Suite Experience
+ Zoho Forms Administration
**Pay Range:**
Annual Salary: $178,000.00 - $197,000.00
The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.
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Director Pool Administration | California | Travel Required

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Director Pool Administration | California | Travel Required
Find the support you need to achieve your goals while building a fulfilling career as a Director Pool Administration.
**PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE** **:** To oversee higher complexity Sedgwick Pooling client operations for a given pool(s). Manages and coordinates all services, both internal to Sedgwick and external, required for a self-insured public entity risk pool. Directs the totality of pool operations on behalf of the client including indirect oversight of loss control, accounting & finance, marketing, and all specialty units doing business on behalf of the pool.
**ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE?**
We are seeking dynamic, collaborative leaders with strong technical expertise in property/casualty (workers' comp, liability, property). If you excel at managing operations at both strategic and detailed levels, lead initiatives, and build strong board relationships, we want to hear from you. A client-focused mindset and program management experience are key. This hybrid role may also be open to remote in California but requires regular presence in the Sacramento office and field visits, with 20-30% travel expected.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Directs leadership and operations of client activities, works directly with the client(s). Maintains department infrastructure, oversees all client administrative services, develops, and maintains department standards, assists in the pricing of services, oversight of quality control. Uses industry and market conditions to develop strategies and initiatives for success in marketplace.
+ Oversees member relations and manages dispute resolution, including escalations and complex issues.
+ Represents administrative services in new product development, marketing, and market space expansion.
+ Oversees strategy for complex client pool operations including the formation of new groups and the development, analysis, and interpretation of program policies according to industry.
+ Partners with the client's board chair in leading client meetings.
+ Provides technical assistance, oversight and mentoring as appropriate with internal administrative and professional staff. Oversight of internal colleagues working administratively and otherwise on behalf of the pool including the integration and management of cross workstreams within the pool.
+ Represents the client's policies, programs, and services with employees, member agencies, representatives of other agencies, internal and external customers, and members of the public. Takes actions are on behalf of the client (pool).
+ Analyzes pool performance against operating plans and standards. Interprets and presents the results of operations in alignment with the creation of content and preparation and presentation of material to internal and external stakeholders.
+ Directs on all client matters and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements and agencies.
+ Oversees program management operations for the pool, coordinates with internal staff responsible for accounting and finance, underwriting, risk control, and claims.
+ Assists in the development of programs, underwriting processes, pool structure, governing documents, and regulatory requirements. Oversees the formation of new groups, addition of new members, underwriting and accreditation.
+ Works with internal and external parties to ensure completion of the program budget, annual reporting, and financial statements.
+ Acts as a mentor and provides training to the Pool Administration Manager; guides on complex issues.
**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Travels as required.
**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Provides support, guidance, leadership, and motivation to promote maximum performance.
+ Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
+ Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education & Licensing**
Master's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Associate in Risk Management (ARM) certification or other comparable risk management designations required within 180 days of hire.
**Experience**
Seven (7) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Three (3) years of supervisory experience required.
**Skills & Knowledge**
+ Strong project management skills
+ Ability to organize and plan projects over extended periods of time and coordinate with other contributors to ensure timely execution
+ Ability to effectively and persuasively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and general public.
+ Strong project management skills
+ Ability to organize and plan projects over extended periods of time and coordinate with other contributors to ensure timely execution
+ Ability to effectively and persuasively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and general public
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
+ PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
+ Analytical and interpretive skills
+ Strong organizational skills
+ Excellent interpersonal skills
+ Proven management/leadership skills
+ Excellent negotiating skills
+ Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
+ Ability to work in a team environment
+ Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
**Mental** **:** Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
**Physical** **:** Computer keyboarding, travel as required
**Auditory/Visual** **:** Hearing, vision and talking
As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is _$160,000.00 to $180,000.00USD annual full-time salary._ A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
**If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.**
**Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see** **sedgwick.com**
Assistant Director, Gift Administration, Penn Medicine
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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Assistant Director, Gift Administration, Penn Medicine
Job Profile Title
Associate Director B, Development, Services
Job Description Summary
Reporting to the Associate Director, Gifts Administration, manages the Sr. Gifts Administration staff; oversee daily tasks and responsibilities of Gifts Administration at the Penn Medicine Office of Development & Alumni Relations. Includes the management of gift processing for the associated entities of the University of Pennsylvania Health System (Chester County Hospital, Lancaster General Hospital, Princeton HealthCare System, and Doylestown Health). Assist in the production of acknowledgments. Oversee the production of notice-of-contribution correspondence generated by in-memory and in-honor donations made to the Development program. Serve as one of the troubleshooters for problematic gifts for the general staff, Central Development, the Penn Medicine community, and our external constituency. Research problematic gifts make adjustments /reallocation and conduct follow-up action to ensure that donor intent is achieved. Identify electronic transactions, bank wires and ACHs, and create corresponding opportunities on the University Development system (Compass). assist the Associate Director, Gifts Administration and perform other duties as required.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
+ Develop and maintain an understanding of the University's gift and development systems, and policies and procedures. Gains awareness of the educational research, clinical, operational and financial needs and goals of the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center and their relationship to an effective gift system.
+ Manage the Sr. Gift Administration staff in the review and processing of the gifts received for the Perelman School of Medicine, the University of Pennsylvania Health System (Chester County Hospital, Lancaster General Hospital, Princeton HealthCare System, and Doylestown Health).
+ Become proficient in all systems and equipment related to Gifts Administration at the Penn Medicine Office of Development & Alumni Relations, including Compass, BEN Financials, the Gift Processing System, the Acknowledgment System, the Remote Deposit Capture scanner, and the Direct Mail Database.
+ Assist with all aspects of the processing of gifts, including checks and credit cards, and the preparation of the regular Wells Fargo deposit. Includes the management of gift processing for the associated entities of the University of Pennsylvania Health System (Chester County Hospital, Lancaster General Hospital, Princeton HealthCare System, and Doylestown Health).
+ Serve as one of the troubleshooters for problematic gifts for the general staff, Central Development, the Penn Medicine community, and our external constituency. Research problematic gifts make adjustments /reallocation and conduct follow-up action to ensure that donor intent is achieved.
+ Oversee the production of notice-of-contribution correspondence generated by in-memory and in-honor donations made to the Development program.
+ Create Primary Campaign Source codes, identify electronic transactions, bank wires and ACHs, and create corresponding opportunities on Compass.
+ Responsible for assisting in the management and the processing of donations for third party events that includes registration, journals and silent auction etc.
+ Manage online acknowledgements that includes coordinating the annual updates; on board other entities that want to implement the online acknowledgements platform.
+ Works in conjunction with Central Development, Medical Center and various University Departments; Medical Center Business Officers; Central Gifts Processing and the Treasurer's Office.
+ Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts, and 2 to 3 years of experience in a Development setting or equivalent combination of education and experience is required, five to seven years preferred.
+ Ability to handle complex and highly confidential materials.
+ Ability to work independently and within a team.
+ Ability to determine and manage priorities.
Knowledge of computers. Word, Excel, Access and Power Point essential.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Development and Alumni Relations
Pay Range
$64,500.00 - $70,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .
Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
+ Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
+ Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
+ Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
+ Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
+ Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
+ Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
+ Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
+ University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
+ Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
+ Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
+ Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
+ Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
To learn more, please visit: University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Sr. Director Research - Administration - Full Time
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JOB DESCRIPTION
The Donald Guthrie Foundation for Research (DGF) is the research arm of The Guthrie Clinic and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Its mission is to support, facilitate, and grow high-impact clinical, translational, and basic science research that enhances patient outcomes and improves healthcare delivery within the Twin Tiers community and beyond.
This position represents the administrative dyad component of a physician-administrator leadership model. The dyad pairs the Executive Director of Research (physician leader-HPA) with a senior administrative executive to collaboratively lead the strategic, operational, and compliance functions of DGF. This role is central to ensuring the effective oversight of clinical research, human subject protections, data governance, educational research, and partnership development.
The administrative executive has broad oversight responsibilities across core domains:
- Clinical Research Operations in compliance and in regulatory areas.
- Supports research and scholarly activities related to Graduate Medical Education (GME), encompassing residents, fellows and medical students across Guthrie’s 10 residency and 7 fellowship programs and clinical partnerships with GCSOM and LECOM.
- LEAP Testing Service accreditation (LTS)
- Master’s degree required (MPH, MHA, MBA, or MS in STEM discipline).
- Minimum 3–5 years of direct experience in clinical or pharmaceutical-sponsored research or regulatory fields such as the FDA, NIH, or HHS.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in managing a clinical research organization
- Certifications in research administration (e.g., SOCRA, ACRP) preferred.
- At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in research administration, higher education, or complex healthcare systems.
- Demonstrated success with program development, P&L accountability, strategic planning, and cross-functional implementation.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams.
- Deep understanding of human-subjects research compliance (AAHRPP, FDA, IRB, GCP, ICH).
- Experience in integrating clinical research into health system priorities and workflows.
- Knowledge of REDCap, regulatory software, and grant management tools.
- Experience partnering with physician investigators and clinical departments.
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, especially in multidisciplinary environments.
- Experience coordinating with university research programs and navigating academic health partnerships.
- Human Research Protections Program (HRPP) & IRB Oversight
- Work closely with the Organizational Official for the Federalwide Assurance (FWA) ensuring that The Guthrie Clinic fulfills its responsibilities under the FWA.
- Ensure IRB operations align with federal (OHRP, FDA), state laws and institutional policies. Provides guidance to the IRB in developing policies and procedures, interpreting regulations, obtaining Foundation Board approval of new IRB members, and executing recommendations of senior leadership and governing boards of The Guthrie Clinic.
- Assist Human Protection Administrator (HPA) by implementing rigorous oversight of human subject protocols, training programs, and IRB quality assurance processes. Assures that the IRB has appropriate resources to carry out its functions and that any additional reviews and approvals required by the organization are obtained before a research protocol involving human subjects can commence.
- Advises The Guthrie Clinic senior leadership on HRPP regulatory issues.
- Oversee FDA inspections, audits, AAHRPP accreditation, and documentation workflows to safeguard ethical research conduct.
- Research Governance & Institutional Integration
- Serve as the Director of Research to align research priorities with Guthrie’s strategic goals.
- Serve as the Research Integrity Officer to oversee academic integrity and development of procedures for investigating allegations of research misconduct.
- Oversight of sponsored research including investigational drug and device clinical trials
- Oversight of investigator-initiated research. Determine feasibility, scientific review, funding and resource allocation. Communicate directly with FDA for investigational new drug (IND) and investigational device exemptions (IDE), providing scientific expertise to the lead investigator.
- Lead initiatives in research data governance, REDCap implementation, and policy development.
- Resource Optimization & Financial Management
- Develop and monitor program budgets, grant revenue, and research-related expenses.
- Manage pharmaceutical and federally funded study contracts, billing compliance, and audit preparation.
- Maintain dashboards to monitor research output, investigator activity, and financial performance.
- Ensure research is financially sustainable, integrated with clinical operations, and positioned for external funding.
- Expansion of Research Capacity & Partnerships
- Strengthen collaborations with academic institutions including GCSOM, Binghamton University, LECOM, Cornell, and others.
- Support data-sharing agreements, MOUs, and joint research project development.
- Promote a culture of innovation and cross-disciplinary inquiry throughout Guthrie.
- Expand and oversee expansion and integration of pharmaceutical clinical research within other Guthrie entities.
- Support for Graduate Medical Education & Scholarly Activity
- Lead the administrative support for GME-related research output.
- Collaborate with program directors, residents, fellows, and medical students to advance scholarly engagement and mentorship.
- Track metrics and outcomes related to GME academic research productivity.
- Development of Systems and Infrastructure
- Build and maintain robust business processes for research operations, including project management, financial tracking, metrics reporting, and contract oversight.
- Implement quality improvement practices across all research functions.
- Serve as the primary liaison to internal leadership, Foundation Board members, and external stakeholders on all matters related to research operations.
- Support faculty development and mentoring to increase investigator-initiated research output.
- Lead infrastructure development to support new research lines, including community-based, implementation science, and translational studies.
- While in-person presence is preferred, the Administrative Executive may work remotely, with a flexible expectation of at least six on-site days per year to support key activities such as quarterly Board meetings, annual reviews, site visits, or other major events as needed.
- Standard office setting with regular use of computers and communication tools.
- Minimal exposure to safety hazards; no direct patient contact.
- Hybrid or remote flexibility may be considered based on organizational needs.
- Daily engagement with staff across clinical, educational, and administrative domains.
- Regular interaction with academic institutions, regulatory agencies, industry sponsors, and community partners.
All DGF personnel are expected to engage actively in continuous improvement efforts by:
- Identifying opportunities for quality enhancement.
- Participating in data collection and evaluation.
- Contributing to improvement teams and initiatives.
Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.
The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.