Research Analyst

IHPS (Health Policy Studies)

Part Time

69245BR

Job Summary

The research analyst will provide administrative management and research support to the principal investigator (PI). This position involves aiding the program director and PI in overseeing the management of several research projects as well as the team’s internal processes and organization including, but not limited to, grant and contract preparation, regulatory affairs, data management and all student/intern/volunteer management. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with research and development stakeholders, managing activities and events for leadership, providing academic and technical support to the leadership and partner faculty; and generally supporting all programmatic initiatives and activities. Responsibilities will include assessing, identifying and overseeing regulatory needs; supervising program staff/students/intern/volunteers and interfacing with program investigators, collaborators, and local and global agencies. In addition, the incumbent will  provide grant support through writing, editing and facilitating correspondences, and budget and resource management.

They will have exceptional organizational and administrative skills and a strong scientific background in health research and who can assure effective operations and play a substantive role in managing on-going procedures including the support of development of proposals, workplans and associated budgets and the subsequent organization of data collection and monitoring and report writing of progress against plans according to established key performance indicators of the funding agreement.

Note: This is a 6 months contract.

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.
• Background in public health
• Working knowledge of research function.
• Working skills in statistical analysis, systems programming, database design and data security measures
• Working skills in analysis and consultation.
• Skills to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing
• Skills to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing
• Strong organizational and self-management skills. Ability to work independently, exercise sound and timely judgement, and meet deadlines with little supervisor.
• Detail orientation; ability to complete work accurately and correctly under pressure and to independently prioritize assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize qualitative data and make recommendations based on data analysis
• Minimum 1 year of related experience
• Working knowledge of word processing and database software packages such as Microsoft Word
• Background in health research and investigation
• Strong analytical skills required at this level
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills

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 San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

006256 RSCH DATA ANL 2

Job Category

Professional and Managerial, Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Mission Bay (SF), Remote / Telecommute

Additional Shift Details

TBD