University Program Specialist - Journey

Posting Information

Department: SOP-CNDD-452401
Career Area:
Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment?:
No
Posting Open Date: 02/17/2026
Final date to receive applications: 02/23/2026
Position Type:
Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title:

University Program Specialist - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent: NC12 / GN11

Working Title:

Business Operations Officer - CNDD
Position Number:
Vacancy : P020802
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:
Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week: 40

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on research needs, project deadlines, and operational requirements.

Work Location:

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location:

North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: $59,311 - $72,491
Pay Band Information:
To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Be a Tar Heel!
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a globally recognized higher education leader. The campus is known for its beautiful setting, world‑class medical care, commitment to the arts, and strong athletic programs. Chapel Hill is a vibrant college town offering diverse social, cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities.
University employees enjoy extensive professional training opportunities, exclusive perks such as retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local childcare, and special rates on campus events. UNC‑Chapel Hill offers a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life, and retirement plans to support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy is one of six health science schools at UNC‑Chapel Hill. It teaches approximately 600 Pharm

D students and 145 graduate students, and it has a reputation for excellence, rigorous education, and cutting‑edge research. The school was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report and is strategically positioned for continued growth and impact.
Mission:
To prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world’s most pressing health care challenges.
Vision:
To be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences.

The Business Operations Officer will provide comprehensive administrative support for the Center for Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery within the Division of Molecular Pharmaceutics. Responsibilities include purchasing, procurement, contract administration, general administrative services—facilities and space management, safety, property oversight—and human resources services as needed by the Director and/or PI. The role holds day‑to‑day management authority over grant management, budgeting, and financial operations, including billing and monitoring payments for the Center’s core facilities.

Public contact is a major component; the Officer interacts regularly with internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, staff, other units, other universities, clients, funding agencies, and the public. The position is managed independently and reliably, without daily oversight or follow‑up.

Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Knowledge of appropriate business practices and procedures, particularly those governed under UNC and North Carolina state policies, NIH, and other funding agency guidelines
• Financial management experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Extensive computer experience with word processing, database management, presentation software, and spreadsheets, including a strong working knowledge of all Microsoft Office products
• Previous related administrative experience involving participation in planning and managing of a business and/or center, preferably in an academic setting

None specified.

Not Applicable.

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The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.