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Job Description: ResponsibilitiesJoin 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.Minimum Qualifications 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.Preferred QualificationsExperience in a grant funded or federally funded environmentExperience 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 requirementsExperience 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.