Advises and supports the Director and senior leadership team on financial, human resources, personnel, policy, compliance, and other administrative matters and serves as the Institute's primary liaison with central University offices, including the Office of Legal Affairs, Finance Division, Human Resources, Sponsored Projects Administration, Open Records, and other units as appropriate. Ability to lead and coordinate human resources processes across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee development, performance management, workforce planning, and talent management, while supporting faculty and staff and fostering a professional, supportive, and productive workplace culture.