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Associate Director, Operations
University of Utah —Salt Lake City, UT
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Associate Director, Operations
University of Utah Health —Salt Lake City, UT
- $90,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Pass drug screening
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Retirement plan
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Associate Director, Grateful Patient Data Strategy
University of Utah —Salt Lake City, UT
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- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
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- Pass drug screening
- Retirement plan
Associate Director, Curriculum
University of Utah Health —Salt Lake City, UT
- $68,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- Master's degree
- Retirement plan
Associate Artistic and Outreach Director
University of Utah Health —Salt Lake City, UT
- $48,000 - $58,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
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Associate Director, HR Site Lead & Business Partner, SLC
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Associate Director, Annual Giving Data and Ops
University of Utah Health —Salt Lake City, UT
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- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
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- Pass drug screening
- Retirement plan
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Associate Director, Operations

University of Utah -
Salt Lake City, UT

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $125,000 a year

Benefits

Retirement plan

Qualifications

Stakeholder relationship building
Stakeholder management

Full Job Description

The Associate Director for Operations provides senior leadership and operational oversight for the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) at the University of Utah. Reporting to the Executive Director of OSP, this position is responsible for coordinating and advancing core operational functions that support the University’s research enterprise, including post-award administration, business operations, workflow management, compliance implementation, systems coordination, administrative infrastructure, and cross-unit operational alignment.

This role serves as a key operational leader within OSP and works closely with institutional partners across Research Management & Compliance, Grants and Contracts Accounting, Research Analytics & Data, ORIS, Financial Services, and academic units to support consistent, efficient, and compliant research administration processes. The Associate Director helps ensure operational stability, service quality, and organizational readiness in an increasingly complex and highly regulated research environment.

The position is responsible for managing operational staff and workflows, supporting implementation of institutional and sponsor requirements, improving coordination across operational teams, developing metrics and reporting frameworks, and driving continuous process improvement initiatives. This role also provides leadership in operational planning, systems governance, and service delivery to support the long-term scalability and effectiveness of the University’s research administration infrastructure.

This is a hybrid work opportunity.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

Responsibilities

This role provides senior leadership and comprehensive operational oversight across OSP including business operations, post-award processing and support, research administration systems governance, administrative infrastructure, and cross-unit collaboration. These functions support institutional compliance, operational efficiency, and the stability of the University’s research enterprise.

Strategic Leadership & Operational Oversight
Team Management and Workforce Development (team of 5+)
Post-Award Processing & Support for Faculty and Sponsors
Research Administration systems governance
Administrative Infrastructure
Cross-unit Collaboration
Operational Management & Workflow
Staff Leadership & Development
Metrics, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Associate Director, Business Operations Analysis Management: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Preference will be given to candidates with:

Significant experience in academic research administration, sponsored projects administration, or closely related higher education operational environments.
Demonstrated experience leading operational, post-award, or compliance-sensitive functions within a complex research enterprise.
Experience supervising professional staff and managing high-volume operational workflows in a service-oriented environment.
Working knowledge of federal sponsored project regulations and frameworks, including Uniform Guidance, subrecipient monitoring, cost principles, audit requirements, and sponsor compliance expectations.
Experience working with research administration systems and enterprise platforms, including electronic research administration (eRA) systems, workflow tools, financial systems, and reporting environments.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional coordination among administrative, financial, compliance, and research support offices.
Experience developing or implementing operational process improvements, governance frameworks, metrics, service standards, or continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to navigate complex institutional environments and manage competing priorities.
Experience supporting VA-related research administration activities, intergovernmental personnel agreements (IPAs), or other complex institutional collaborations is preferred.
Advanced degree and/or professional certification related to research administration, business operations, compliance, public administration, or a related field is preferred.

Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree

* How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
- 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
- 14 years or more

* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No

* Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

List of References

Optional Documents

Open Date

05/12/2026

Requisition Number

PRN45028B

Job Title

Business Operations Analysis Management

Working Title

Associate Director, Operations

Career Progression Track

M00

Track Level

M5 - Associate Director

FLSA Code

Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Standard Hours per Week

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

8am – 5pm / Mon-Fri

VP Area

President

Department

00644 - Office of Sponsored Projects

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$90,000 - $125,000

Close Date

08/12/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

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