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Posted: 25-Feb-25
Location: Los Angeles, California
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Internal Number: 146413669
If you’re committed to elevating organizational excellence, you can use your strong management background and leadership skills to make a meaningful impact on the future of human health. At UCLA Health, we have an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic leader to join our David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM) - a world-renowned center for medical education, research, and clinical excellence and part of one of the nation’s top health systems.
You’ll drive operational efficiency, financial sustainability, and strategic growth within this research-focused academic department. This will involve managing an annual budget of more than $45 million as well as a team of 58 faculty members, 133 staff, and a cohort of clinical and research residents and fellows. The role requires a seasoned leader experienced in managing the operations and finances of an academic department in a large, complex academic health organization.
You will be accountable for:
- Overseeing the financial health and operational effectiveness of the department.
- Developing and maintaining a robust infrastructure in support of our academic and research missions.
- Providing leadership across financial operations, research administration, academic affairs, educational programs, facilities management, and compliance.
- Leading, managing, and directing an exceptional team of top performers.
- Fostering strong collaboration between internal and external stakeholders
- Driving initiatives that enhance departmental efficiency and align with institutional goals.
Salary Range: $102,500 - $227,700/year
We’re seeking a highly driven business and administrative executive with:
- A master’s degree in business, healthcare administration, public health, or a related field or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- Seven or more years of progressively responsible managerial and supervisory experience.
- Five years of supervisory experience, with at least three or more years as a senior leader over a large clinical department or service line.
- Expertise in financial/budget preparation and operational management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives.
- Exceptional leadership, planning, and change management skills.
- Solid background within a highly matrixed organization.
- Proven success in financial planning, analysis, and decision support.
- Strong diplomacy and influencing abilities.
- Outstanding analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to establish a culture of integrity and accountability.
- Strong judgment and decision-making abilities.
- In-depth understanding of industry standards, trends, and regulatory requirements.
