Northeast Ohio Medical University

Vice Dean, College of Graduate Studies Location: United States Job Description: Position TitleVice Dean, College of Graduate Studies Position TypeAdmin/Professional DepartmentOffice of Graduate Education Full or Part TimeFull Time Pay GradeMN16 Position Summary Information Department Specific Information Join Northeast Ohio Medical University’s (NEOMED) College of Graduate Studies, Office of Graduate Education NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Vice Dean in the College of Graduate Studies who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. Serve as a senior academic leader and strategic partner to the Dean, guiding graduate academic programs, faculty support, and institutional initiatives that foster excellence, innovation, and student achievement. At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply. Starting Salary Range: $141,031 – $169,237, commensurate with experience Benefits & Perks NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive. Healthcare Coverage Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance Retirement State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future Paid Time Off Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year Additional Benefits Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151) Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45) Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance Summary The Vice Dean provides senior academic and administrative leadership in support of the College of Graduate Studies mission to advance high-quality graduate education, research, and professional development. Working closely with the Dean, the Vice Dean oversees graduate academic programs, policies, and operations; supports faculty and students; and leads strategic initiatives that promote academic excellence, student success, equity, and innovation across graduate programs. The Vice Dean serves as the Dean’s principal delegate, assuming leadership responsibilities in the Dean’s absence, and acts as a key liaison between the Graduate College, academic units, and central administration. Principal Functional Responsibilities Leadership and Administration: Assist the Dean in setting and implementing the strategic vision and priorities of the College. Serve as acting Dean when required. Provide leadership for Graduate College operations, policies, and procedures. Represent the College on university committees and task forces. Academic Programs and Policy: Oversee program review, approval, modification, and assessment. Ensure compliance with institutional, accreditation, and regulatory standards. Lead development, interpretation, and enforcement of graduate academic policies (e.g., admissions, progression, examinations, graduation). Promote innovation in graduate curricula, delivery models, and interdisciplinary programs. Graduate Student Success: Support initiatives related to graduate student advising, mentoring, professional development, and retention. Address student concerns, grievances, and appeals in accordance with university policies. Professional Development: Advance professional development opportunities for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, as applicable. Faculty and Program Engagement: Collaborate with faculty, department chairs, and graduate program directors to strengthen graduate education. Support faculty development related to graduate mentoring, supervision, and pedagogy. Serve as a key point of consultation on graduate education matters across colleges and departments. Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications - Terminal degree required. - Record of distinguished teaching, research, or professional practice appropriate for appointment at the senior faculty level. - Significant experience in graduate education administration (e.g., graduate program director, associate dean, department chair, or similar role). - Demonstrated academic leadership - Demonstrated ability to formulate and articulate sound policies - Demonstrated ability to identify, resolve, and consult on a wide range of administrative and personnel issues with a clear sense of institutional needs and priorities Preferred Qualifications - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Strong organizational and management skills Physical Requirements Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment. Posting Detail Information NEOMED Campus Safety Guidelines In an effort to keep our campus community as healthy and safe as possible, NEOMED may require vaccinations as a condition of attendance and employment. This policy will allow for exemption of the vaccination requirement for those individuals with valid medical reasons, sincerely held religious beliefs and matters of conscience.

Title: Senior Grants Accountant Location:Rootstown, OH United States Job Description: Join Northeast Ohio Medical University’s (NEOMED) Office of Grants Accounting NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Grants Accountant who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply. Starting Salary Range: $55,259 – $65,390, commensurate with experience Benefits & Perks NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive. Healthcare Coverage Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance Retirement State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future Paid Time Off Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year Additional Benefits Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151) Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45) Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance Summary Act as the Authorized Financial Officer for all assigned sponsored program awards including required certifications under penalty of law; Audit program expenses to be reported externally. Perform required sub-recipient/contractor monitoring. Provide executive review of award expenses with PI/faculty to assist in the financial management component of their award. As a vital connector between accounting and program staff, the Senior Grants Accountant must possess the ability to visualize and comprehend varying perspectives and provide professional guidance and recommendations on grant related issues, and key financial and operational best practices. Principal Functional Responsibilities Fund Management: Responsible for coordinating and performing a full range of professional accounting duties associated with all NEOMED accounting and financial reporting functions, including specialized fiscal grant management tasks in all areas to include: ensuring compliance with all applicable federal accounting and financial reporting requirements; assist as needed with daily accounting operations; prepare regular and special financial reports for grant project managers. Provides business support to designated Principal Investigators (PI) and/or Faculty Leaders for all aspects of financial fund management. Support includes financial training of research staff as it relates to their sponsored programs; assisting sub-recipients with grant financial reporting if needed; working with PIs on re-budgeting their award to ensure changes still comply with award terms. When financial adjustments require sponsor involvement or prior approval, serve as the Authorized Financial Official and work directly with the applicable sponsoring agency. Provide current award balance and assist when requested by PIs on projecting spending trends and balances to ensure the PI has necessary information to make informed spending decisions; answer all financial questions of the PI/researcher. Financial reporting: Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual external reporting of financial information and time & effort reporting for designated and sponsored award funds per required accounting and/or sponsor rules/regulations. Will act as the Authorized Financial Official for all assigned awards, and provide such certification whenever required by the agency. Certify expenses included with federal reporting under penalty of law that financial information is correct, per the uniform guidance requirement. Must meet all internal and sponsor reporting timelines. Act as the liaison for sponsor audit of awards in which he/she is the Authorized Financial Official; assists the director of grants accounting in annual Uniform Guidance federal audit. Sub-Recipient/Contractor Monitoring: Manage the due diligence process for each sub-recipient’s ability to comply with federal regulations with a thorough review of all their financial and operational data provided as well as evaluating each grantee based on the risk assessment. Design and execute individualized sub-recipient monitoring processes, including verifying sub-recipient reporting, conducting assessments and desk reviews, collecting, and analyzing data, documenting results, and identifying and discussing implications. Compile sub-recipient financial data into composite reports to federal granting agencies. Internal Auditing: Audit of grant expenses including Personnel Action Forms (PAFs), P-card charges, invoices, and expense reports for compliance with grant budgets, sponsor, and University policy restrictions, allowability, and reasonableness. When required, certifies under penalty law that each approved expenditure is compliant with all laws and regulations required by the sponsor. Cash management: Manage the cash flow for designated awards and restricted indexes through reviewing and certifying sponsor/customer invoices to be sent. Will be responsible for all invoices that serve also as a financial report, and invoices that include specialized reports detailing cost share. Will authorize drawdowns from federal agencies and submit the internal and external financial reporting associated with these functions. Must maintain the DHHS Payment management system account for NEOMED and the applicable reporting required through that system. Policy compliance/maintenance: Works in conjunction with the Director of Grants Accounting in the creation and implementation of University policies related to grants accounting through investigation and training of sponsor (state and federal) and rules/regulations, accounting regulations and industry best practices. Miscellaneous Duties: Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field - Minimum 2-4 years experience in Grants Accounting Administration with former OMB Circulars A-21, A-133, A-110 and 2 CFR Part 200 Uniform Guidance. - Extensive computer experience especially with the Microsoft Office Suite Preferred Qualifications - Master’s degree in accounting or related field - Fund accounting and higher education experience - Experience with Banner and/or Kuali Research Grants Management System Physical Requirements Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment.