PROJECT POLICY ANL 3CN(Orisan)

Job Summary

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.

Department Overview

The Department of Clinical Pharmacy is one of three departments in the School of Pharmacy (SOP). The School of Pharmacy operates through the School's strategic plan which was approved by the entire faculty in 2007. The three goals of the School are: creating a new framework for drug discovery and development, ensuring that more patients get the best results from their drugs, and shaping the future of pharmacy science, policy, education, and patient care by working in fresh and collaborative ways. Given the Schools Strategic planning, the Department has also met and adopted a mission and vision statement, under which it operates. The mission statement "To advance health through excellence and innovation in pharmacy education, patient care, research, and public service" and the vision statement "To be the best at bridging gaps in patient care, especially for the underserved" guide resource allocation and decision making within the Department.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Identify the functions or tasks that employees in the job perform. The essential functions should state the purpose of the work and the results to be accomplished, rather than how the function is performed. Of the tasks listed, what percentage of time is devoted to each? The more time employees spend on a function, the more likely it is that the function is essential. Generally, include those functions that account for 10% or more of the work, i.e., key items that contribute significantly to the achievement of the job. The functions should add up to 100%.

%

of time

Essential Function (Yes/No )

Key Responsibilities

(To be completed by Supervisor)

5%

Yes Researches, monitors and analyzes regulations, legislation, research literature and UC policies for impact on the organization or initiative.

5%

Yes Researches and analyzes processes and procedures, summarizes findings, policies and organizational structures in order to develop and / or implement changes and to provide consultative services to department administrators, partners and external stakeholders.

5%

Coordinates implementation with cross-organizational departments or external entities as needed.

35%

Yes

Develops scope of work, budgets, and reports for project requirements.

Project management, e.g., manage project deadlines; interface with various UCSF departments to administer grants, purchase services and supplies, manage research projects.

20%

Yes

Coordinates efforts with a variety of external and internal contacts.

Administrative project-related support, e.g,, plan and implement meetings (phone, web, in-person), including scheduling and agenda planning; organize pre- and post-meeting materials.

30%

Yes

Researches and drafts complex proposals, reports, briefings, executive summaries, and speeches. Establishes and maintains contacts internally and with external constituents for the collection and exchange of data.

Research support, e.g., research administration and NIH grant support; and staff/trainee project timelines; IRB submissions and modifications; study recruitment; and research and writing under supervision of each PI

100%

(To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g., 15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9. The total sum should add up to 100%.)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• At least 3 or more years of experience in research administration in a research-intensive environment; or an equivalent combination of education and 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 skills.
• 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.
• Proven team and project management skills: organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; clear, concise and courteous verbal and written communications; demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple work assignments and meet strict deadlines; attention to detail.
• Experience planning and implementing meetings (phone, web, and in-person) including scheduling and agenda setting.
• Experience developing program and policy documents and preparing manuscripts for publication.
• Knowledge of research grants and research management.
• Experience developing project timelines and task lists.
• Experience managing research project deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• PhD in a related field
• Experience or interest in precision medicine
• Experience managing research projects at a UC campus

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• At least 3 or more years of experience in research administration in a research-intensive environment; or an equivalent combination of education and 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 skills.
• 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.
• Proven team and project management skills: organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; clear, concise and courteous verbal and written communications; demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple work assignments and meet strict deadlines; attention to detail.
• Experience planning and implementing meetings (phone, web, and in-person) including scheduling and agenda setting.
• Experience developing program and policy documents and preparing manuscripts for publication.
• Knowledge of research grants and research management.
• Experience developing project timelines and task lists.
• Experience managing research project deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• PhD in a related field
• Experience or interest in precision medicine
• Experience managing research projects at a UC campus