Project Director

IHPS (Health Policy Studies)

Full Time

87430BR

Job Summary

This position serves the project director for two adolescent health programs, the Rural Education and Development for Youth Program (Office of Population Affairs), Meet Me on the Pitch (National Institutes of Health). This role involves directing projects, managing partnerships, and contributing to data analysis and report generation for federal funders. The position will oversee the studies by providing technical support to the local implementing partners, facilitating and coordinating community engagement efforts, and collecting qualitative and quantitative data.

In the role of project director, the incumbent is responsible for project administration and oversight. The Analyst will manage timelines, ensure project deliverables are met, and support data collection and program evaluation efforts. The analyst is the point of contact for federal reporting requirements and study coordination with partners (including Fresno EOC, Fresno Superintendent of Schools, and Soccer without Borders). In addition to project management duties, the Analyst will continue to contribute to quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.

The incumbent will lead the development of reports, peer-reviewed manuscripts, and presentations to communicate findings to a range of audiences, including at academic conferences, local organizations, and community stakeholders. Study results will be used to inform program and policy decisions. The Analyst will also provide guidance to project staff and mentorship to student interns as well as organizing community and youth advisory boards. The Analyst will be expected to contribute to grant writing and support additional studies, including conducting interviews, focus groups, and observations.

The incumbent will provide additional project support as needed including literature reviews, meeting logistics, and enrolling study participants.

Occasional travel throughout the state is expected for meetings, conferences, and fieldwork.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $72,000 - $154,600 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies (PRL-IHPS) contributes to the solution of complex and challenging health policy problems through leadership in research, training, technical assistance, and public service. Our special competence lies in translating research across disciplines and fields to inform health policy. We undertake this work with a commitment to improve health and health care within local, state, national, and international communities and with a focus on improving the health of vulnerable populations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Minimum 2 year of related experience
• Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality
• Analytical / problem-solving skills
• Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals / analyses
• Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes
• Strong presentation and group facilitations skills to conduct meetings and trainings
• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health, statistics, or related field
• Ability to communicate in Spanish
• Strong policy analysis techniques
• Experience and interest in sexual and reproductive health education
• Experience working with governmental agencies
• Experience working with youth

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

005257 PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 RP

Job Category

Professional (Non-Clinical), Project Management

Bargaining Unit

Research and Public Service Professionals (RP)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

5 days a week/40hrs a week