Administrative Director - Institute for Health Equity Research

Job Description

Description

The Administrative Director exercises management responsibility over the business and operational activities of a small to medium sized department, unit or business process. This individual is responsible for establishing short and long term goals and objectives in line with Mount Sinai Health System as well as ensuring compliance with federal, state and city regulatory agencies.

The Institute for Health Equity Research (IHER) is a highly collaborative, mission-driven institute dedicated to transforming the future of health and health care. Our multidisciplinary teams share an inquiry-to-action philosophy, turning research into meaningful, real-world impact.

As we continue to expand, we are seeking an Administrative Director who will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission. This leader will help shape and support our research operations, ensure our internationally recognized faculty can lead innovative projects that influence clinical practice, inform policy, and drive equitable health outcomes. The Administrative Director will be central to ensuring that our research infrastructure, processes, and collaborations flourish as we grow. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who:

✔ Thrives in dynamic, team-oriented environments

✔ Excels at strategic planning and operational leadership

✔ Is passionate about supporting research programs that advance health equity

✔ Wants to make a meaningful, lasting impact on communities and health systems

The Administrative Director (AD) works closely with the Director and Co-Director to establish short- and long-term goals and objectives for IHER and oversees IHER’s operational and administrative functions. The AD develops processes and procedures aligned to IHER’s vision, oversees growth objectives, hiring and onboarding of faculty and staff, overseeing staff development, and facilitates applications for federal and non-federal funding opportunities. They work with a Finance Director to ensure financial oversight of IHER, and a Human Resources Director on faculty and staff management. The AD helps support a culture rooted in collaboration, inclusion and teamwork, and establishes mechanisms to enhance engagement and communication with internal and external stakeholders, including funders and donors. The AD establishes and monitors program metrics, prepares reports and presentations for diverse audiences and oversees IHER’s annual symposia. They also work closely with the Director on building and maintaining relationships with the Development Office and co-managing relationships with current and potential donors to IHER.

The successful AD is a skilled communicator, a trusted partner and leader and strategic thinker. The AD must be detailed oriented, organized and have the capacity to manage multiple diverse assignments. The ideal candidate is also an experienced supervisor with proven experience working with diverse teams. Experience working in academic research setting, administrative leadership capacity and with federal and non-federal grants mechanisms are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative direction and coordination in the formulation, interpretation and administration of current and long-range policies, procedures and programs.
• Establish goals and objectives for IHER that are consistent with MSHS policies and federal, state & local regulations.
• Collaborate with the Institute Director to develop short-term and long-range plans.
• Interpret and administer policies regarding hiring, payroll, appointments and promotions, placement and orientation of all faculty and/or staff, alongside the HR Director.
• Review and approve all reclassifications, new positions and salary increases.
• Provide oversight to management staff to ensure compliance with established practices, to implement new policies and to keep employees aware of changes and current standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, insurance and ethical standards regarding research and employee safety. Identify contingency plans for potential risks.
• Encourage collaboration within IHER to effectively coordinate and implement operational activities, facilitate and encourage effective communications across functional areas.
• Plan budget needs by analyzing short and long-term program plans. Collaborate with the Finance Director to assure the completion of the annual budget and subsequent monitoring of financial status of the Institute.
• Ensure compliance with Mount Sinai Health System policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree; Masters degree preferred, with applicable experience
• 5 years of experience in health care finance or administration; experience in strategic planning and execution, formulating policy, building and developing financial plans, managing resources and leading successful teams.
• Excellent written and oral communications
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Managerial skills including budgeting and finance

Employer Description

Strength through Unity and Inclusion

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.

About the Mount Sinai Health System:

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $95450 - $143175 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.