Manager Genetics

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Under the direction of the Department of Genetics Lead Administrator, this position independently manages the department's postdoctoral affairs and human resources to further the department's mission. It ensures consistent application of postdoctoral policies, maintains compliance with university policies and procedures, and serves as the primary source of information for visa processing, appointments and onboarding. The role manages the department’s day‑to‑day HR operations, collaborates with department leadership on HR policy, recruitment, staff onboarding and performance management, partners with the Executive Director of the Yale Center for Genome Analysis (YCGA), and supervises, trains and develops a team of Administrative Assistants.

• Demonstrated ability to manage staff and develop short‑ and long‑term objectives, with strong interpersonal skills to lead a cohesive team.
• Strong knowledge of relevant guidelines, regulations and standards.
• Proven ability to handle complex issues with sound judgment, take initiative and provide timely resolution.
• Well‑developed organizational, planning, problem‑solving and communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new systems quickly.

• Reviews and determines staffing needs, job posting requirements, salary guidelines, and labor agreement interpretations for exempt and non‑exempt staff.
• Manages the administrative support needs for exempt and nonexempt staff and provides recommendations, improvements and assistance as needed.
• Manages and monitors technology needs, conducts inventory and system requirements for the assigned departments.
• Develops and prepares budgets, financial forecasts and analyses and the actual vs. budgeted performance reports for the departments.
• Manages the use of facilities in one or more departments including office space, work stations, equipment and office supplies.
• Manages administrative support for department activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Manages and coordinates training sessions for assigned departments when new policies or practices are adopted.
• Ensures compliance with university and federal regulations as they apply to the assigned departments.
• Identifies, plans and develops administrative policies for the assigned departments.
• Assists in reviewing and implementing university and departmental policies as they pertain to the administrative functions of the assigned department.
• Assesses and makes recommendations regarding staff development and staffing levels.
• Monitors, develops, plans and executes systematic research on user requirements through mechanisms such as surveys, interviews, focus groups and competitive analysis.
• Manages a staff of exempt and non‑exempt employees.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date: 01/09/2026
Job Category:
Manager
Bargaining Unit: NON
Compensation Grade:
Administration & Operations
Compensation Grade Profile:
Manager;
Program Leader (24)
Time Type:
Full time
Duration Type:
Staff
Work Model:
Hybrid

Location:

830 West Campus Drive, West Haven, Connecticut

All candidates will be subject to pre‑employment background screening, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of the background check. For additional information, visit "Learn about background checks" on the Yale careers website.

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