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Vice Chancellor, Strategic Integration Initiatives

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Aug 08, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Vice Chancellor, Strategic Integration Initiatives
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Executive - Presidents & Chancellors
Department	CS-Office of the SVC for Finance and Budget
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Vice Chancellor, Strategic Integration Initiatives within the RBHS Office of the Senior Vice Chancellor for Finance and Budget. The Vice Chancellor - Strategic Integration Initiatives (VC- SII) will have primary responsibility, under the direction of the Senior Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, Rutgers Health ( SVCFA RH), as well as the COO and the CFO of the RWJBH/Rutgers new combined medical group, to provide financial oversight and direction with respect to operationalizing the Integrated Practice Agreement ( IPA) between RWJBH and Rutgers. For RWJMS, CINJ and NJMS, the VC- SII will coordinate with the schools/center and provide guidance regarding the financial analysis of mission-based financial statements and department/division-level income statements as it relates to the funds flow between the health system and Rutgers. The VC- SII will liaise with clinical enterprise leadership of the two entities to ensure a smooth transition toward the integration in terms of operations and financial oversight. In collaboration with the Senior Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, the VC- SII will oversee all financial activities within Rutgers Health. The VC- SII will also participate in strategic planning, programming, and implementation to ensure an integrated, effective, and market competitive business and financial strategy for Rutgers Health. Additionally, the VC- SII will lead financial due diligence, risk assessment and valuation. Among the key duties for this position are the following: Provide financial oversight and direction with respect to operationalizing the Integrated Practice Agreement (IPA) between RWJBH and Rutgers. Coordinate with RWJMS, CINJ and NJMS and provide guidance regarding the financial analysis of mission-based financial statements and department/division-level income statements as it relates to the funds flow between the health system and Rutgers. Oversee both RWJMS and NJMS affiliate billing and its impact on the funds flow. Liaise with Rutgers Comptroller's Office, Treasurer's Office and other offices to understand and provide direction on funds flow and accounting of financial assets. Work with the Office of Human Resources to provide direction and coordinate work flow among Rutgers employees to align with the Combined Medical Group in providing services to the clinical enterprise. Provide financial leadership and management in establishing newly created policies and procedures governing the integrated relationship. Oversee the collection and validation of financial data transferred between the entities and related to the partnership. This includes variance explanations and making recommendations for adjustments as necessary. The individual will be instrumental in designing, implementing and monitoring reimbursement methodologies and procedures to support the academic health system's vision. Given the role of the medical schools and chairs, the focus will cross the tripartite mission of the affiliation: education; research; and clinical. Oversee all other financial aspects of Rutgers Health.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	52S
Salary Details	Minimum Salary: $321,887.00
Minimum Salary	321887.000
Mid Range Salary	410249.000
Maximum Salary	498610.000
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description	Executives and Directors
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	MBA or Master's degree in related field required, along with 15 years of experience in clinical operations within an academic medical setting and extensive financial experience. Demonstrated track record in overseeing the financial and business operations of a university health center or school of medicine. Experience with responsibility centered management in a complex academic environment. Knowledge of and demonstrated success in implementing finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles. An understanding of and successful experience with healthcare, academic, and/or research funding at local and national levels. Outstanding human relations and leadership skills, and the ability to function in a team environment are required.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Strategic thinking with a vision and understanding of academic medical centers. Outstanding financial analysis and modeling skills required, including variance analysis, financial statement analysis, and the ability to design and prepare detailed financial reports and analyses. Relevant experience working with restricted and unrestricted funds is important. Demonstrated track record of incorporating best practices, optimizing reports, and implementing software tools and systems. Capacity and/or proven track record of recruiting, managing, and empowering staff members. An accessible and flexible manager of people is needed. A self-starter with a well-developed aptitude for quantitative analysis capable of working with minimal oversight to solve a problem or meet a need. Ability to work well with a wide variety of individuals, including faculty, administrators, and other professionals. Must possess strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex financial information to varied audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Must be able to lift or exert force up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Work Environment: Office environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1709
Posting Open Date	08/07/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Downtown New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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