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Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo (UB)
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Business Operations

About Us

Led by Linda Rudy, Associate Vice President for Business Operations, the office brings together Resource Management, Human Resources, and Space & Facilities Management to provide coordinated, practical support for the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

Functional Pillars

  • Financial Strategy and Resource Planning
  • Workforce Planning and Talent
  • Research Growth and Support
  • Space, Facilities and Infrastructure
  • Operational Effectiveness & Service
  • Enterprise Partnerships and Compliance
Our Mission

The goal of our office is to advance the school’s academic, research and service priorities through responsible resource stewardship, an effective and supported workforce, well-planned space and facilities, and clear, responsive administrative services.

We connect people, processes, information, and institutional partners so faculty and staff can focus on the school’s core mission.

How We Can Help

  • Leadership and Finance
    10/23/26
    Areas we help with: Budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, commitments, financial reporting, procurement, payments, faculty startup tracking, and administrative financial support.
  • Human Resources
    10/22/26
    Areas we help with: Recruitment, workforce planning, appointment and reappointment processing, employee relations, performance management, records, and practical HR guidance.
  • Space, Facilities and Infrastructure
    10/12/26
    Areas we help with: Space strategy, building access, facilities coordination, research infrastructure, core facilities, equipment, shipping and receiving, moves, emergency preparedness, and business continuity.
  • Health Sciences Instrument Shop
    10/23/26
    Areas we help with: Instrument repair, custom equipment design and fabrication, instrument modification, and instrument testing, calibration and diagnosis.