Director, BioMed Human Resources

Job Description:

This position is an advisor and strategic partner to the leadership and managers in the Division of Biology & Medicine working in close partnership with UHR. Serves as a consultant and provides leadership throughout the division in all areas of human resource issues including culture and engagement, employment, recruitment, performance management, employee relations, training and development, organizational design and compensation. Manages the BioMed Human Resources Department.

Administers University policies and procedures. Participates in the development of divisional policies, procedures, programs, short- and long-range planning, policy formulation and goal setting. Participates in standing and ad hoc meetings related to HR and other leadership groups to effectively integrate divisional needs as they relate to systems, programs and services with central HR. Partners and collaborates with appropriate staff and faculty within the administrative, clinical, academic and research departments to ensure effective staffing support and a commitment to diversity in hiring within the Division. Proactively advises managers about how to more effectively manage their staffing resources. Oversee grading of all new divisional staff positions. Oversees and manages all BioMed hiring processes and approves hires and starting salaries for employees. Interfaces with management, employees, applicants and other HR professionals both internal and external to Brown allowing the opportunity to identify emerging issues and recommend appropriate courses of action. Working with individual supervisors, develops and approves appropriate performance management communications/actions; identifies, evaluates and resolves human resources issues arising due to performance issues, skill gaps, employee relations concerns; and assists with the interpretation and consistent application of HR policy and employment law. Manages BioMed annual performance reviews/merit increase process. Reviews and grades audit/equity requests and makes recommendations for appropriate salaries.

The Office of BioMed Human Resources supports departments and offices within the Division of Biology and Medicine at Brown which is composed of The Warren Alpert Medical School and the Program in Biology (including study at the undergraduate and graduate levels). It is home to four basic biology departments and 14 clinical departments as well as two hybrid departments, and is affiliated with seven diverse teaching hospitals in and around Providence, as well as HopeHealth and Brown Physicians, Inc. Together with Brown's hospital partners, the collective research enterprise in the life and health sciences attracts $247 million in sponsored research funding per year. Through cutting-edge teaching and world-class research, the Division of Biology and Medicine at Brown is accelerating knowledge and innovation across the clinical and basic life sciences. The Division is large and diverse; currently there are approximately 152 biology/basic science faculty, 606 medical academic faculty (employed by an affiliated hospital or practice plan), 1,742 clinical faculty (community-based physicians), and over 500 staff (including those contracted through hospital partners).

The Division is committed to excellence in teaching and research. We have more than 4,000 students enrolled in undergraduate biology and neuroscience courses. Approximately 18% of annual bachelor degree conferrals at Brown are to students graduating from one of the biology program concentrations. We have more than 260 PhD students, 200 Master’s students, and 590 medical students. The Warren Alpert Medical School is one of the most selective and diverse in the country. External funding for research has grown 132% since 2013, and numerous research initiatives have been established.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree plus 7-10 years of progressively more responsible human resources experience required or equivalent combination of education/experience.
  
  
• Prior experience in consulting with internal clients on some combination of recruitment, compensation, and organizational development
  
  
• Prior experience in the higher education setting is helpful but not required
  
  

Job Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written; tactful, direct and demonstrated ability able to present data and communicate effectively with diverse campus groups.
  
  
• Leadership skills with the ability to effectively influence policies and programs
  
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
  
• Strong commitment to supporting the University’s goals of cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines; flexible in dealing with changes in approach and/or deliverables
  
  
• Strong systems skills including Microsoft Office suite, database and resource planning systems.
  
  
• Demonstrated aptitude for team building, change management and process development skills.
  
  
• The ideal candidate will provide exceptional service and cultivate strong relationships across more than 60 diverse campus units and have strong conceptual and analytical skills.
  
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written; tactful, direct and demonstrated ability able to present data and communicate effectively with diverse campus groups.
  
  
• Leadership skills with the ability to effectively influence policies and programs
  
  
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA)
  
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
  
• Strong commitment to supporting the University’s goals of cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines; flexible in dealing with changes in approach and/or deliverables
  
  
• Strong systems skills including Microsoft Office suite, database and resource planning systems.
  
  
• Demonstrated aptitude for team building, change management and process development skills
  
  
• The ideal candidate will provide exceptional service and cultivate strong relationships across more than 60 diverse campus units and have strong conceptual and analytical skills.
  
  
• Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community
  
  

Criminal and Education background check required.

Recruiting Start Date:

2023-04-05

Job Posting Title:

Director, BioMed Human Resources

Department:

BioMed Office of the VP Clinical Affairs & Strategy/COO

Grade:

Grade 12

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid Eligible

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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