About this role
About the Role The Senior Director Administration serves as the chief non-physician executive in Rutgers NJMS Department of Medicine, the largest and most complex department within Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. The role provides executive-level administrative leadership and oversight to advance departmental operations and strategy. What You'll Do
- Provide strategic administrative leadership for the Department of Medicine, overseeing operations, budget, HR, facilities, and program support.
- Partner with the department chair, faculty, and Rutgers leadership to drive initiatives across clinical, educational, and research activities.
- Represent the department in internal governance and external partnerships, ensuring alignment with university goals and compliance. What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in senior administrative leadership within a medical school, academic health system, or equivalent.
- Strong organizational, financial, and personnel management skills with the ability to lead large, complex teams.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders at all levels. Nice to Have
- Prior experience within Rutgers or similar academic medical centers; familiarity with research administration, budgeting, and cross-functional operations.