What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Officer position at The University of North Carolina Greensboro?
Position Type
Staff
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The Center for Translational Biomedical Research (CTBR), located at the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis, NC, conducts research on the molecular mechanisms of disease pathogenesis and progression, identifying biomarkers for diagnosis, and discovering novel interventions for disease prevention and treatment.
Position Summary
Position is expected to support the research endeavor of the Center for Translational Biomedical Research (CTBR). It includes the purchasing and administrative functions for the research activities conducted at the Center. It will work closely with scientist and staff to ensure adequate inventories, properly operating machinery, support of travel and other duties as needed.
It is responsible for the management of the HR duties needed for the center to operate such as hiring, international employee support, position development and time entry. As well as EPAF’s.
The position will assist PI’s and directors in the oversight of an annual budget over $2m of external funding as well as an operating budget of approximately $1.2M in the form of state and trust funding.
It is responsible for the management of the HR duties needed for the center to operate such as hiring, international employee support, position development and time entry. As well as EPAF’s.
The position will assist PI’s and directors in the oversight of an annual budget over $2m of external funding as well as an operating budget of approximately $1.2M in the form of state and trust funding.
Minimum Qualifications
BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, OR RELATED BUSINESS AREA; OR EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE. ALL DEGREES MUST BE RECEIVED FROM APPROPRIATELY ACCREDITED INSTITUTIONS.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in use of E-procurement system.
- Experience in use of Banner Finance system.
- Work experience in a research laboratory.
- Work experience in a university research setting.
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:
- Name,
- Company Name,
- Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
- Email Address
- Contact Phone Number
Recruitment Range
$56,666 - $60,261
Org #-Department
Ctr for Transl Biomed Research - 13403
Work Hours of Position
8 a.m. - 5 p.m., M-F
Number of Months per Year
12
Posting Requirements
Job Family
Administrative & Managerial
Career Banded Title
Business Officer
Open Date
02/03/2025
Close Date
02/24/2025
FTE
1.000
FLSA
Non-Exempt
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If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Salary Grade Equivalency
Salary : $2
