EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR-UROLOGY

The Department of Urology at UAB is seeking an experienced and dynamic Executive Administrator to direct, plan, organize, and control a diverse range of functions, including financial affairs, operations, research, risk management, personnel, faculty recruitment and retention, compliance, and facilities management. This is a leadership role in a clinical department, offering the opportunity to influence strategic initiatives and operations.

The ideal candidate will serve as the primary departmental representative to external agencies, collaborating with governmental entities, foundations, and industry partners to manage both intramural and extramural programs. This role requires a deep understanding of research activities, including grants administration, ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.

In addition, the Executive Administrator will manage and lead the department's personnel processes, including interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining subordinate staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees financial operations, research activities, personnel management, risk management, and physical facilities
• Manages relationships with outside agencies, government entities, and industry to support clinical and research objectives
• Coordinates with the university’s research and grants administration office, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies
• Leads faculty recruitment and retention efforts and supports strategic growth initiatives
• Interviews, hires, trains, evaluates, and disciplines staff as needed to meet departmental goals
• Performs other duties as assigned

Annual Salary Range: $104-185-$234,420 (Commensurate with experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field
• Ten (10) years of related experience in financial management, operations, or administration
• Experience in a healthcare or academic setting is preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage large teams and represent the department at the highest levels
• Please note that work experience may not substitute for education requirements

About UAB:

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is a world-renowned research university and medical center located in Birmingham, Alabama. UAB’s School of Medicine provides the highest quality healthcare, supporting cutting-edge research, and training the next generation of healthcare professionals. If you are a seasoned professional with a strong background in managing complex healthcare operations and are passionate about making an impact, we invite you to apply.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. UAB is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 protects individuals from discrimination based on sex in any educational program or activity operated by recipients of federal financial assistance. As required by Title IX, UAB does not discriminate based on sex in its educational programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator is Andrea McDew, 701 20th Street South, Suite 1030, Birmingham, AL 35233, 205-934-5493, amcdew@uab.edu.