Project Policy Analyst Job at University of California - San Francisco Campus an

Project Policy Analyst

Temporary Employment Program

Temporary Employment

82216BR

The duration of this temporary role is approximately seven months; subject to change. Please note: this is a hybrid role; must be able to work on-site at Mission Bay location and in Oakland.

The Project Policy Analyst 2 serves as program coordinator for a portfolio of awards in the field of HIV, mental health, substance use disorders, and marginalized diverse populations. Involves analytical studies on a variety of policies, projects, programs and issues in support of a function, research initiative, program and/or organizational unit, or in research of new or changing systems and programs. Assists in policy and program planning, development, administration, management and implementation; interprets, monitors and analyzes information regarding policies and procedures and provides consultative services to department administrators and other stakeholders. Involves oversight and coordination of research grant programs, including program development, planning and evaluation, peer review and applicant relations, grant application and award management, and synthesis and dissemination of research findings. Conducts outreach with marginalized populations and provides leadership over the outreach team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply professional or research concepts
  • Perform data and systems analysis for moderately complex projects, policies, initiatives, processes, and functions
  • Ensure data integrity and confidentiality
  • Follow research protocols and standard operating procedures to maintain study integrity and data reliability
• Gather and assemble data for reports and analyses
  • Collect analytical and factual data on assigned issues
  • Summarize information for internal or external constituents
  • Comment on the significance of data for stakeholders
• Provide analytical support for various functions
  • Support function, research initiative, program, or organizational unit with analytical duties
• Assist in research analysis and data entry
  • Analyze and interpret research findings
  • Enter data into databases and conduct regular data quality checks
• Contribute to preparation of research materials
  • Prepare IRB applications and modifications
  • Edit and modify research reports, manuscripts, and presentations for conferences and publications
• Collect and prepare information for meetings
  • Use subject matter knowledge to gather information for discussions with internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct analytical studies on project basis
  • Perform studies on policies, research initiatives, programs, and issues relevant to the project
• Manage day-to-day project operations
  • Coordinate program planning and collaborate with project staff
  • Work with research team members, including principal investigators, co-investigators, and graduate students
• Participate in program planning and development
  • Engage in administrative, research policy, and project planning
  • Provide recommendations and guidelines on programs and initiatives
• Assist with recruitment and outreach
  • Create outreach materials and communicate with participants and community partners
  • Help plan outreach events
• Assist with surveys and data analysis
  • Support survey creation and editing in Qualtrics, Redcap, etc.
  • Conduct data analysis tasks, including coding, qualitative analysis, and manuscript preparation

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

Department Description: UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or leave, or to temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Frequently temporary employees become successful candidates for career and limited appointment positions.

Required Qualifications

• 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.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills. Advanced skills analyzing information, problems, situations, policies or procedures to define the problem, need or objective.
• Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers, managers, and teams.
• Knowledge and experience with SAMHSA grants.
• Minimum of one year of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong skills in analyzing, researching, and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals/analyses.
• In-depth academic background and experience in a selected area of research, including a record of publications in related field(s).
• Advanced program planning and management of projects.
• Knowledge and experience with budgeting and financial portfolios.
• Knowledge and experience with UCSF policies.
• Understanding IRB.
• Understanding of mental health and substance use.
• Advanced master's or doctoral degree in evaluation, social sciences, or related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

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.

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.

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.