BUSINESS OFFICER II

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

This position serves as business manager with oversight of the development and progress of UAB Multiple Sclerosis Center under the Burton Endowed Chair; Assesses needs and implements systems to optimize overall communication and program growth; Tracks research projects and progress for Center faculty, acceleration awardees, and MS scholar awardees; Functions as a Center liaison for external stakeholders and community partners; Collaborates with Development to strategically pursue/maximize funding opportunities; Manages marketing/public relations strategy, researches national trends for intentional growth and objective planning; serves as the Center's financial, budget, compliance, and grants management officer; and directs the Center's website content strategy.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Administrative, financial, and operational oversight of MS Center including grants management. Provides input and guidance on staffing/hiring strategy with center expansion.
• Assists Burton Chair with strategic planning for Center and research portfolio growth
• Liaison to Chair's Office and MS clinical division
• Reporting and communications for external stakeholders and inter-institutional/inter-departmental collaboration
• Maintenance of public-facing UAB MS Center website and Center communications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• Written and oral communication skills
• Organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to self-start and take initiative
• Ability to develop and implement programs
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to promote positive public relations
• Ability to create/oversee website content
• Ability to use personal computer and related software

Salary Range: $60,835 - $98,855

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field.
• And five (5) years of related experience required.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.