Business Manager - College of Medicine

Hiring Department: Lab 17 PharmLocation: Chicago, IL USARequisition ID: 1040633FTE: 1Work Schedule: Monday - FridayShift: Days# of Positions: 1Workplace Type: On-SitePosting Close Date: April 30, 2026Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $46,353.60 - 90,319.05 / Annual SalaryAbout The University Of Illinois ChicagoUIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.The Business Manager / Research Administrator oversees the full lifecycle of sponsored research administration and day-to-day business operations for a multidisciplinary research laboratory. This role is responsible for pre- and post-award grant management, financial oversight of multimillion-dollar research budgets, regulatory compliance, and administrative leadership. The position serves as the primary liaison between the laboratory and central university offices to ensure operational efficiency, fiscal integrity, and adherence to federal and institutional policies.Duties & Responsibilities:Direct daily administrative and business operations supporting all laboratory research activitiesProvide strategic communication and logistical coordination for ongoing and proposed research initiativesServe as the primary liaison between the laboratory and institutional offices, including the Office of Research Services (ORS) and Grants & ContractsManage the complete grant lifecycle, including proposal development, budget preparation, and justificationOversee post-award financial management for federal and private sponsored projectsAdminister sponsored project finances using BANNER and EDDIE systemsProcess and monitor journal vouchers, budget transfers, and other financial transactionsPrepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to sponsors and stakeholdersConduct detailed monthly reconciliations to ensure fiscal accuracy and transparencyAdminister subcontracts, consulting agreements, and contract modifications through OVCR electronic systemsOversee subcontract invoicing and payment, tracking compliance with contractual milestonesCollaborate with laboratory leadership and Quality Assurance units to develop and maintain regulatory policies and proceduresEnforce T-Card and P-Card compliance, including reconciliation of Chrome River transactionsMinimum Qualifications Required: A. Bachelor’s degree in accountancy, business administration, management, or a closely related field.ORB. Three (3) years (36 months) of work experience in accounting, business administration, fiscal management, or closely related experience.ORC. A combination of such education and/or work experience totaling three (3) years (36 months), as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)60 semester hours or an Associate’s Degree equals eighteen months (18 months)90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)Preferred Qualifications:Extensive experience in pre- and post-award research administrationDemonstrated expertise managing complex research budgets and financial reportingStrong knowledge of federal and private sponsor regulations and compliance requirementsProven ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detailExpert-level proficiency with BANNER, EDDIE, IBuy, and OVCR electronic submission systemsExperience with fund accounting, budget forecasting, and financial reconciliationsStrong interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaborationAbility to operate independently while supporting institutional and sponsor objectivesGrant Management (Pre- & Post-Award)Sponsored Project ComplianceFinancial Operations & Fund AccountingRegulatory Policy DevelopmentStaff Supervision & Operational LeadershipTo Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an AccommodationArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.