Director of Research

Director of Research

Job Summary

Independently manages and provides technical direction in conjunction with faculty director for a complex academic or research program of high visibility. Develops the long-term vision and goals, policies and procedures, as well as managing ongoing of program(s) and oversees a fairly large operational budget to achieve objectives. Responsible for recruiting and retaining industry leaders to partner with research program in achievement of center goals. Develops and manages a membership program for industry partners. Oversees, through subordinate staff, all strategic elements of program administration including establishing program partners. Uses highly specialized expertise in research or academic specific concepts and objectives. The Director of Research at the Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative (BHHI) will work under the direction of the BHHI Director to establish and maintain the Program's long-term agenda, funding, and objectives. The Director of Research will be responsible for overseeing all administrative, finance, human resources and facilities for the program and will represent the program to outside organizations. Main responsibilities include managing and supporting multiple Project Managers in varying phases of research, designing / developing major program components (e.g., grant writing, budgeting, Community Advisory Boards, Institutional Review Board applications and modifications, quantitative, quantitative and mixed methods research design, NIH progress reports, Memos of Understanding and data agreements), and administering the full range of the program's operational requirements (planning, community engagement, implementation, tracking progress / meeting milestones, and analysis). The Director of Research will work with the BHHI Director and faculty on formulating long-term strategic planning and short-term planning, including vetting new proposals and making recommendations regarding research opportunities that align with the Program's strategic goals and within staffing and resource capabilities. The Director of Research will draft and implement standardized operating procedures and protocols and act as Quality Assurance for research projects.

Additional Responsibilities

Direct supervision of multiple staff including statisticians, program managers, and field analysts, providing operational guidance and managing their work across multiple projects.

Manage the Lived Experience Advisory Board (LEAB), a community advisory board that brings lived experience expertise to ongoing research.

Point of contact for funders at the state and local level, leading development of new research and fundable opportunities.

Support the Director of the Benioff Homelessness and Housing (BHHI) research group in determining the future direction of the research group and organizational strategy.

Manage staff morale and development opportunities for all staff in the research group.

Oversee large, high‑profile research projects with California State agencies such as the California Department of State Hospitals (DSH), California Department of Insight and Innovations (CDII), and California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

Maintain relationships with California Policy Lab at UCLA and UCB.

Supervise ongoing qualitative research and methodologies for research studies.

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

Salary range : $147,600 - $221,300 (Annual Rate).

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Department Description

The Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative (BHHI) is a research and policy initiative within the Division of Health and Society. The BHHI focuses on developing and disseminating evidence‑based solutions to prevent and end homelessness, advancing and transforming policy and practice through policy‑oriented research, analysis, dissemination, policy translation, relationship building, and training the next generation of policy researchers.

Required Qualifications

Terminal degree in a related area (PhD, JD, MD, etc.) and / or equivalent experience and training.

Masters level degree or higher in a related area and five or more years of relevant experience and / or equivalent experience and training.

Academic or research background and recognized expertise in a selected area.

Expert oral and written communication skills.

Leadership experience in academic and / or government agencies.

Demonstrated expertise in building collaborations between academia, industry, and / or governmental agencies.

Demonstrated expertise with program building within a leading academic institution and administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.

Expert ability to work with a dynamic and diverse group of faculty, staff and students.

Managerial experience and proven success in managing a complex research or academic program(s).

Strong negotiation skills and verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence / persuade all levels of staff.

Skills in organization and customer service to effectively manage multiple important priorities.

Advanced proficiency with NIH grant applications and progress reports.

Deep knowledge of UCSF systems, security requirements, HR policies.

Advanced proficiency in REDCap survey development.

Advanced proficiency in Dedoose and / or ATLAS.ti qualitative coding software.

Experience forming and engaging with Community Advisory Boards.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong fundraising experience.

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.

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