Associate Director

Health Research Incorporated • Menands, NY

22d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Health Research, Inc. (HRI) at a pivotal moment! We are seeking an Associate Director to serve as a key strategic and operational partner to the Executive Director, HRI, responsible for ensuring continuity of institutional knowledge, strengthening cross-functional operations, and leading the organization through a period of transition and modernization. This role will bridge strategy and execution across Compliance, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Contracts and Operations support. This leadership role blends enterprise-level strategic thinking with hands-on operational engagement to drive execution and continuous improvement. HRI is a private not for profit 501(c)(3) corporation whose mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. A key component of this mission is HRI’s partnership with the Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health related entities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and six years of experience in the direction and/or management in a relevant environment; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and eight years of such experience; or ten years of such experience.
• The years of experience must have included oversight of procurement, contract administration and/or other relevant business operations.
• At least four years of experience must have included supervision of staff and program management.
• A Master's degree in a related field may substitute one year of experience.
• Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a grant funded or federally funded environment
• Experience interpreting and applying the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)
• Experience leading or contributing towards business operations systems implementation and/or business process improvement initiatives.
• Experience ensuring compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulatory requirements
• Experience leading change initiatives that integrate people, process, and technology improvements, preferably organizational-wide.
• Experience leveraging enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, such as Workday or equivalent platforms, to inform executive-level strategy and drive meaningful operational improvements, including process redesign, data governance, and system optimization.
• Strong analytical skills, including experience reviewing and interpreting organizational performance data, trends, and reports to support leadership decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key strategic and operational partner to the Executive Director, HRI
• Responsible for ensuring continuity of institutional knowledge
• Strengthening cross-functional operations
• Leading the organization through a period of transition and modernization
• Bridge strategy and execution across Compliance, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Contracts and Operations support
• Drive execution and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees