Strong analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to plan strategically Must possess the skill, knowledge, and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties Minimum 8 years' experience of progressive management responsibility Minimum of 3 years' experience in an executive leadership role (Director or higher) in a related setting Minimum 5-7 years managerial experience in a medium to large size diagnostic laboratory facility to include management experience in a multi-programmatic and multidisciplinary work environment involving areas such as research, teaching, and patient care Financial management and analysis skills consistent with budgetary responsibilities Excellent written and verbal communications skills necessary to communicate complex material Demonstrated experience with financial management including budget and report preparation, analysis and forecasting Demonstrated ability, using critical thinking skills, to effectively lead, manage, supervise and strategically plan administrative and fiscal operations Demonstrated ability to effectively administer and manage complex department operations and programs based on analysis, judgment and knowledge of applicable government, institutional and other policies and regulations in an academic environment Bachelor's degree in science or healthcare related field Ability to read and correctly interpret complex regulations, contracts and policies Ability to persuade or influence people to take appropriate action Ability to manage staff and resources consistent with goals, and in keeping the organizational vision and values. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center.