Operations Director

Position Information

• Posting date: 02/09/2026
• Open until filled:
  Yes
• Position number: 0967800
• Position title:
  
  Operations Director
• Salary range: $117,500 – $146,900
• FLSA status:
  Exempt
• Employment category:
  Regular Full Time, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year
• Schedule:
  
  M-F 8am‑5pm
• Remote work eligibility:
  Hybrid
• Location:
  
  46 Centerra Parkway, Lebanon, NH 03766
• Department:
  Geisel School of Medicine

Provides leadership, direction, and support for the Geisel School of Medicine research and administrative operations in support of the Department Chair or Program Director. Applies a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of financial management, research management, organizational administration, and grants administration to provide the necessary support to the Chair/Director and faculty and their research projects. Collaborates with Geisel central office to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of fiscal operations.

Works closely with counterparts across Geisel to continually review processes, identify opportunities for improvement and allocate resources to achieve these goals.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 7 to 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in management (preferred)
• Experience in grant administration in an academic setting (mandatory)
• Excellent accounting, management, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop, execute, and manage complex budgets
• Ability to work effectively, independently, and as a member of a team
• Willingness and ability to exercise judgment and initiative and to interact with faculty, personnel, and outside agencies in a professional manner
• Flexibility and openness to change
• Ability to plan work, set priorities, and respond to pressures, deadlines, and changes in schedules and priorities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain and foster confidentiality
• Proficiency in database management, spreadsheets, and other computer software
• Familiarity with college accounting systems and procedures (preferred)
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population

• Master's degree
• Familiarity with Dartmouth College financial systems and procedures

Personnel Management – 30%

• Oversees team in research administration and operations: departmental finances, grant administration, facilities, space planning, and communications
• Ensures timely accomplishment of the workload, compliance with policies and procedures, collaboration with Geisel and College colleagues, and efficient operations
• Coaches, mentors, and evaluates team to meet evolving department needs
• Develops and implements training and professional development plans for staff
• Encourages and fosters a positive team-oriented work environment through effective communication and management

Financial Management – 30%

• Oversees departmental budget development, preparation and submission of grant applications, analysis of spending patterns/needs, and regular monitoring and communication about the financial status of research and departmental programs
• Strategically plans and allocates Epidemiology financial resources
• Interfaces with Geisel leadership about financial matters

Department Administration – 20%

• Improves operational processes and systems to promote efficiency and enhance service in collaboration with Geisel and College administration
• Develops, interprets, and applies financial and administrative policies and procedures that comply with institutional policies and clarify expectations for faculty, staff, and collaborators
• Collaborates with representatives of Dartmouth College, Geisel, Dartmouth‑Hitchcock, and other external partners to provide information, seek clarification of requirements, and advance issues of mutual interest
• In partnership with Geisel Faculty Affairs, manages the faculty appointment process

Grant Administration – 20%

• Oversees financial and administrative components of faculty grant applications for submission to federal and state agencies and private foundations
• Oversees research plans into scope of work; identifies areas in which costs will be…