Outreach Research Administrator

Neuro-Memory and Aging

Full Time

87396BR

Job Summary

The selected candidate will provide direct support to the principal investigators of the UCSF Memory and Aging Center Community Outreach Program (COP). This individual will be required to perform efficient integration of multiple complex programmatic activities, effectively working with a variety of people and organizations at UCSF (investigators, finance administration, Committee on Human Research - CHR, human resources, contracts and grants) and elsewhere (industry sponsors, coordinating centers, FDA, NIH). This individual will also be part of a leadership team monitoring and resolving key operational aspects of observational studies and outreach and engagement activities in conjunction with local, national, and international project teams and in accordance with standard operating procedures and good clinical practice and regulations.

The selected candidate should be comfortable functioning as a team member with various levels of professional, administrative, and technical staff. This individual will analyze and resolve budgetary problems, interpret policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrate solid subject matter knowledge. They will need to exercise judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action, including assuring accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.

In conjunction with the COP principal investigators, this candidate will oversee aspects of the administrative office; interact with university officials, faculty, staff and representatives from outside agencies; assist in the preparation and coordination of Federal and non-federal grant applications from idea inception to initial submission and annual progress reports; and prepare and track purchasing and payment authorizations. They will have input on staffing and project aims management to ensure proper execution of study objectives.

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

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Department Description

The UCSF Memory and Aging Center's (MAC) mission is to deliver superb patient care to patients with neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease. In addition, we aim to discover the causes of and develop treatments for these disorders, and to educate each generation of medical students, neurology residents, postdoctoral fellows, and international scholars in the highest quality of clinical care and research. The Community Outreach Program (COP) at the MAC is comprised of a multilingual (English, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Tagalog) and multicultural team dedicated to improving the quality of health care for vulnerable communities in San Francisco and supporting brain health equity for all communities through brain health education on topics such as cognitive impairment, assessment and management, and the prevention of dementia. All of our services aim to be culturally appropriate and community-informed. We are supported by a multidisciplinary team of neurologists, geriatricians, neuropsychologists, artists, and research staff with vast experience in neurodegenerative diseases and community engagement. The Community Outreach and Engagement team is building capacity and working closely with community partners to create brain health hubs in several San Francisco neighborhoods that will allow us to have a steady presence in the community while we work towards mitigating brain health disparities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Ability to learn and develop understanding of applicable federal, state, local, sponsor and institutional regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Ability to learn and develop understanding of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, high-volume, and deadline driven work environment that requires coordination of multiple activities and the judgment and flexibility to reprioritize to accommodate emergency requests. Detail oriented.
• Proficiency working with computer and information management systems (e.g. Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in word processing and spreadsheet software.)
• Ability to perform routine financial analysis and reporting.
• Ability to travel occasionally for project meetings.
• Organization and communication skills and customer service focus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Certification (PMP, CAPM, CPM, or similar)
• Experience with grant application procedures, personnel documentation, contract generation and subcontracting, preferably at UCSF.
• Demonstrated project management skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize projects and meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Adaptable to quickly changing priorities.

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

004485 RSCH ADM 1 CX

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

Teamsters Local 2010 - Clerical and Allied Services Unit (CX)

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

M-F, 8:30 - 5:30