What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Operations - Biological Chemistry position at UCLA Health Careers?
Reporting to the Executive CAO, Department Chairs, and the Senior Associate Dean for Finance and Administration, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) serves as the senior administrative and business leader for the Departments of Clinical Genetics, Human Genetics, Biological Chemistry, and affiliated research institutes.
As Director of Operations, the CAO provides strategic and operational leadership for a large, research-intensive academic enterprise, advancing the Medical School’s missions of education, research, and community engagement.
The CAO oversees a complex organization with an annual budget exceeding $83.6M and supports 109 faculty and 345 staff. This role ensures operational excellence, strong financial stewardship, and effective administrative infrastructure to enable world-class research and academic success.
This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced executive who excels in complex, collaborative environments and brings strategic insight, sound business judgment, and a commitment to high-performing teams.
Salary: $10,708.33 - $24,841.67 monthly
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000