The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus
Project Coordinator
The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Department Summary
The UCLA Department of Social Welfare’s research and teaching guide policy makers, shape practice and programs in such areas as welfare, aging, health care, mental health, children and families, and long-term support. UCLA Social Welfare faculty members are committed to placing their knowledge at the service of communities and empowering the disadvantaged and the vulnerable.Position Summary
The UCLA Social Welfare Department is recruiting for a Project Coordinator to support a research project on LGBTQ women's experiences with the child welfare system. The project is funded by the California Department of Public Health. The Social Welfare Project Coordinator will manage and implement tasks consistent with the research project contract and aims. The role includes reviewing existing research on family involvement with the child welfare system, identifying community organizations and nonprofits working with families impacted by child welfare agencies, and reviewing related policies in the United States. Working closely with the Project's Principal Investigator, the Project Coordinator will be the day-to-day lead on the project administration and will work closely with the Luskin School fund manager and the contract's office at the funding agency. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in coordinating or conducting research projects and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders, alongside an interest in developing expertise on policy issues related to the study aims. We seek applicants who are confident translating research to a general audience, and who would be comfortable developing and carrying out research agendas with project partners.
Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit
UC Benefit package
to discover benefits that start on day one, and
UC Total Compensation Estimator
to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.Qualifications
Experience working in an academic, research or think-tank environment
(Preferred)
Working knowledge of MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. (Required)
Proven ability to produce clear, concise, and compelling analysis (Required)
Ability to research and document empirical findings. (Required)
Knowledge of LGBTQ community issues and policy, and/or the child welfare system. (Required)
Ability to bridge relationships between the university and county department systems and community organizations. (Required)
Ability to translate academic research into practitioner-based language. (Required)
Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. (Preferred)
Ability to use statistical software to conduct parametric and nonparametric statistics.
(Preferred)
Skill in operating various software and web-based project management applications(e.g., MS Teams, Trello, Google Workspace Suite, Box, Asana) (Required)
Ability to work independently on research projects to negotiate and meet simultaneous deadlines. (Required)
Skill in determining priorities which accurately reflect the relative importance of jobresponsibilities and deadlines. (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Bachelor's Degree In related area and/or equivalent experience/training
(Required)
Master's Degree In field related to social work, policy, health or the social sciences. (Preferred) Or
PhD In field related to social work, policy, health or the social sciences. (Preferred)
Special Conditions for Employment
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.
Schedule
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy CoveredComplete Position Description
https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&jobcode=TBD_2141#J-18808-Ljbffr
The UCLA Department of Social Welfare’s research and teaching guide policy makers, shape practice and programs in such areas as welfare, aging, health care, mental health, children and families, and long-term support. UCLA Social Welfare faculty members are committed to placing their knowledge at the service of communities and empowering the disadvantaged and the vulnerable.Position Summary
The UCLA Social Welfare Department is recruiting for a Project Coordinator to support a research project on LGBTQ women's experiences with the child welfare system. The project is funded by the California Department of Public Health. The Social Welfare Project Coordinator will manage and implement tasks consistent with the research project contract and aims. The role includes reviewing existing research on family involvement with the child welfare system, identifying community organizations and nonprofits working with families impacted by child welfare agencies, and reviewing related policies in the United States. Working closely with the Project's Principal Investigator, the Project Coordinator will be the day-to-day lead on the project administration and will work closely with the Luskin School fund manager and the contract's office at the funding agency. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in coordinating or conducting research projects and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders, alongside an interest in developing expertise on policy issues related to the study aims. We seek applicants who are confident translating research to a general audience, and who would be comfortable developing and carrying out research agendas with project partners.
Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit
UC Benefit package
to discover benefits that start on day one, and
UC Total Compensation Estimator
to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.Qualifications
Experience working in an academic, research or think-tank environment
(Preferred)
Working knowledge of MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. (Required)
Proven ability to produce clear, concise, and compelling analysis (Required)
Ability to research and document empirical findings. (Required)
Knowledge of LGBTQ community issues and policy, and/or the child welfare system. (Required)
Ability to bridge relationships between the university and county department systems and community organizations. (Required)
Ability to translate academic research into practitioner-based language. (Required)
Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. (Preferred)
Ability to use statistical software to conduct parametric and nonparametric statistics.
(Preferred)
Skill in operating various software and web-based project management applications(e.g., MS Teams, Trello, Google Workspace Suite, Box, Asana) (Required)
Ability to work independently on research projects to negotiate and meet simultaneous deadlines. (Required)
Skill in determining priorities which accurately reflect the relative importance of jobresponsibilities and deadlines. (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Bachelor's Degree In related area and/or equivalent experience/training
(Required)
Master's Degree In field related to social work, policy, health or the social sciences. (Preferred) Or
PhD In field related to social work, policy, health or the social sciences. (Preferred)
Special Conditions for Employment
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.
Schedule
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy CoveredComplete Position Description
https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&jobcode=TBD_2141#J-18808-Ljbffr