Business Operations Manager, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent and five years related experience.

To assist the Department Administrator and Assistant Administrator in the overall management of the department. Coordinates and manages a variety of activities in support of the department with a focus upon staff coordination, policy and procedure development, strategic planning, and organizational analysis.

• Directs administrative support activities for the department, including developing, scheduling, and maintaining applicable records, agendas, minutes, reports, and plans.
• Develops planning, management, and organizational analysis documents; establishes goals and objectives; directs and coordinates development of guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards to improve operations.
• Works with the Director of Business Operations to develop long and short-term goals for the department and strategic plans.
• Supervises administrative staff as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
• Responsible for staff development of administrative personnel.
• Oversees transitional activities related to the implementation of organizational and procedural changes.
• Assists in the planning and budgeting of the department.
• Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance.
• Completes special projects, informational surveys, and ad hoc reports.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Coordinates space planning, facilities management, and equipment procurement, installation, and maintenance; serves as departmental liaison with UTMB Facilities Management and Purchasing departments.
• Coordinates departmental IT needs and serves as liaison with UTMB Information Services; manages departmental technology systems and data security requirements.
• Coordinates financial planning, budgeting, and reporting activities; monitors department accounts and expenditures; prepares financial analyses and forecasts; ensures compliance with UTMB financial policies and procedures.
• Applies innovative solutions and AI technologies to optimize workflows, automate routine processes, and enhance data-driven decision making.
• Performs related duties as required. This role requires a forward-thinking mindset with a focus on utilizing AI and emerging technologies to enhance business operations.

Salary Range $84,846 - $110,300;
Commensurate with experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location United States
- Texas
- Galveston

Work Locations 0645 - Basic Science Bldg

Job Category Business, Managerial & Finance

Organization UTMB Health

Job Posting Mar 30, 2026, 1:13:23 PM