Research Project Manager

Emergency Medicine

Full Time

69808BR

Job Summary

This is a Contract Position:  2 years end date

The Project Manager uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of necessary project management skills, developing, presenting, and disseminating written and other forms of information to the applicable research team. The individual demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques to identify and address challenges and proposes solutions. Utilizes strong writing, communication, and organizational skills to engage stakeholders in program deliverables, to track and adhere to the program timelines, and to communicate with both the project team and if appropriate to the funder.

The UCSF Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) has multiple clinical research initiatives that support the University and the Department’s vision of exploring better health through research. This position supports externally and departmentally funded research projects through the research lifecycle.  With oversight from the research team, the Project Manager will assist with administrative tasks including IRB submissions, scheduling, materials development and preparation, research program planning and monitoring, data collection oversight and quality assurance, and drafting reports to sponsors. The incumbent may at times assist with data gathering, generation, interpretation and synthesis; disseminating findings including through writing reports and manuscripts, public speaking, and presenting results including in local public forums and national meetings; and developing and maintaining strong professional partnerships with the internal research team, site administrators, external partners and funders. The Project Manager attends program-related meetings, takes and disseminates notes, arranges meeting logistics, and tracks due dates and project milestones.

Department Description

The Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) provides emergency medical care to approximately 150,000 patients annually at the UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals at Mission Bay and Oakland and Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital.  The administrative staff supports the work of 77 full-time and 28 part-time faculty members, a residency program, fellowship programs and over 300 house staff and students each year. Our vision is to be the leader in compassionate, innovative and equitable emergency care for all people at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Minimum 3 years 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 skill.
• 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 policy analysis techniques
• Knowledge of a variety of administrative operational activities such as event planning, basic fundraising processes, risk management planning, website design, accounting and payroll, and contracts and grants regulations and guidelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health, public policy or related field

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

007398 PROJECT POLICY ANL 3

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

99 – Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Appointment End Date

11-Oct-2024

Location

Hybrid, Mission Bay (SF), Oakland, CA, Parnassus Heights (SF), Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)

Additional Shift Details

8a-5p Monday-Friday, occasional evenings/weekends