Program Coordinator - ASCENT Consortium

Program Coordinator - ASCENT Consortium

MED-CORE-GERI

Full Time

86329BR

Job Summary

The UCSF Division of Geriatrics seeks to recruit a Program Coordinator to support the Advancing the Science of Palliative Care Research Across the Lifespan (ASCENT) consortium.

Funded by the National Institute on Aging (NIA), the ASCENT consortium will transform the field of palliative care research, generating new knowledge and methods, developing and expanding the palliative care field, and facilitating implementation to enhance the experience of persons with serious illness and their caregivers across the lifespan. Reporting directly to the Site Principal Investigator (PI) overseeing the Pilot / Exploratory Studies Core (Pilot Core), the Program Coordinator will assist with all administrative aspects of the Pilot Core, including pre-award tasks (developing annual Research Priorities and Pilot Research Funding Announcements (RFAs) in conjunction with the Leading Edge Acceleration Projects (LEAP) and ASCENT leadership; RFA distribution; managing Letters of Intent (LOI) and associated materials; organizing Scientific Review Committee meetings in conjunction with the Pepper Center Research Education Core (REC) Program Manager; responding to applicant administrative questions) and post-award tasks (working on awards with the core site at the University of Colorado; managing a database of awardees that tracks progress toward study milestones; assistance with annual reporting to the NIA; organizing monthly works-in-progress sessions; organizing the annual scientific meeting).

The Program Coordinator will perform a broad range of duties that will require analytical, organizational, communication, technical, and coordination skills. Specific duties may include : coordinating and managing project timelines and deliverables, researching and applying relevant policies, data collection, management, analyses and reporting, preparing and updating study protocols / procedures, coordinating meeting schedules / agendas / minutes, drafting and updating research documents, making program-related purchases and submitting expense reports, conducting literature searches / reviews, supporting manuscript preparation, as well as supporting other research-related tasks such as website maintenance, gathering contents for Twitter, as well as circulating newsletters and managing other output platforms for research dissemination, where needed. This position requires the ability to be proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of flexibility. An ideal candidate will have a strong interest in geriatrics and / or palliative care research, be able to work independently with minimal supervision, balances multiple competing priorities at any given time, and is intellectually curious, willing to learn new skills and a problem-solver. The Program Coordinator may also support ancillary projects in a similar capacity as needed.

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

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $62,500 - $93,800 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit : https : / / ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu / compensation-and-benefits / index.html

Department Description

The Division of Geriatrics at UCSF is dedicated to improving the health, dignity, and independence of older people through education, patient care, research, and community engagement. We train healthcare professionals at all levels, from students to seasoned clinicians, using innovative curricula and teaching in multiple settings such as classrooms, clinics, hospitals, and homes. Our person-centered approach to healthcare prioritizes dignity, choice, and independence, meeting older people wherever they need us - in hospitals, outpatient clinics, emergency departments, skilled nursing facilities or their homes. Grounded in a deep respect for older people, our work aims to enhance their health, well-being, and quality of life across the spectrum of aging experiences. As specialists in aging, we are committed to transforming healthcare locally and nationally while fostering meaningful connections with the communities we serve. Our work spans UCSF campuses, including Parnassus, San Francisco VA Health Care System, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, Mission Bay, and UCSF Center for Geriatric Care, supported by a multidisciplinary team of over 130 faculty, staff, fellows, interns, and volunteers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Minimum 1 year of directly relevant experience
• Working knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs. Proficient in MS Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
• Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
• Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques.
• Ability to be proactive, resourceful, and efficient, with a high level of flexibility.

Preferred Qualifications

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

007397 PROJECT POLICY ANL 2

Job Category

Administrative Support, Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Flexible

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours