Administrative Director, Business

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

The Center for Academic Development and Enrichment (CADE) serves as a central resource hub promoting excellence, engagement, professional growth, mentorship, and work-life integration. CADE is composed of three main pillars: the Office for Research Careers, the Office for Clinical Careers, and the Office for Academic Engagement and Enrichment. Each pillar encompasses several specialized divisions dedicated to faculty, trainees, and students. All initiatives are data-driven and designed to create measurable and sustainable improvements in access, opportunity, fairness, engagement, and career development.

Mass General Brigham is a global leader in scientific and medical discovery. Mass General Brigham Research comprises of researchers, clinicians, staff, and trainees conducting biomedical research to improve the health of people everywhere. MGB Research is governed by the Research Oversight Committee (ROC), which is made up of MGB research leadership, department chairs, and faculty members. The committee was established to foster transparency and accountability in the decision-making process for the research enterprise and to plan new strategic initiatives for the MGB research community.

The Administrative Director for the Business Intelligence Unit & Research Finance plays a critical role within CADE and ROC. This position reports to the Vice President of Research Strategy and Faculty Development, Vice President for Research Finance and Management, and the Faculty Director of CADE. The Administrative Director for the Business Intelligence Unit & Research Finance is responsible for overseeing a range of strategic, operational, financial, and data analytics functions that support the MGB research enterprise. This individual will provide essential data and information to senior leadership to help guide the development and implementation of key initiatives that inform and strengthen the research mission of Mass General Brigham.

The Administrative Director will work closely with the MGB ROC and CADE to provide data analytics that guide the strategic planning of faculty and trainee career development. A central aspect of the role involves using data-driven insights to inform decision-making, measure program success, ensure financial stewardship, and build scalable solutions that support a diverse and dynamic MGB community.

This role requires a high level of independence, strategic thinking, project management skills, and a strong understanding of research administration, data analytics, and academic organizational structures.

 

Job Summary

Responsible for driving growth, exploring new opportunities, and fostering innovation through strategic planning, business development, and project management to identify and implement initiatives that enhance the hospital's competitiveness and expand its reach.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions
-Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute the hospital's strategic plan, aligning business development and innovation goals with the overall organizational objectives.

-Lead business development initiatives, including identifying and pursuing new revenue streams and growth opportunities.

-Foster a culture of innovation within the hospital by promoting and supporting creative thinking, idea generation, and continuous improvement.

-Oversee the execution of innovation projects, including managing timelines, resources, and budgets, while ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.

-Monitor and analyze key performance indicators related to business development and innovation initiatives.

-Provide leadership and guidance to the business development and innovation team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.

-Coordinate and delegate tasks, set performance goals, and conduct performance evaluations for team members.

 

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Healthcare Management required or Master's Degree Business Administration and Marketing preferred or

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Business Development Experience 5-7 years required and Innovation/Fundraisin