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Project Manager
Job Summary Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of analytical practices, policies and procedures; researches, analyzes and develops solutions to a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Primarily deals with policies, programs and proposals which are complex in nature and diverse in scope. Develops new programs, policies or procedures for possible implementation.
We seek a highly motivated and collaborative Project Manager to join the Research Services team within the Division of Clinical Informatics and Digital Transformation (DoC-IT). Research within DoC-IT focuses on improving the use and impact of digital health tools on physician wellbeing, health outcomes, and quality of care. The Project Manager will work on a small team that collaborates closely with DoC-IT faculty to support their research projects as well as with external researchers, health system stakeholders, funders, and policymakers.
The Project Manager will conduct qualitative and quantitative research and provide project management, analytical and administrative support for projects that advance the use of digital health for applied clinical informatics research. Key tasks include project management/coordination including meeting scheduling, creating/managing timelines and project plans, and creating/maintaining project documentation. The individual will also be responsible for specific project-related work including writing interview guides, conducting interviews, developing surveys, tracking responses, writing reports, performing literature searches, proofreading papers, and managing references. The individual will work with quantitative data including basic data analysis, data validation and data cleaning. Administrative tasks such as creating purchase orders, submitting invoices, managing project finances, and assisting in grant proposal development processes will also be required.
This position has significant advantages and growth opportunities. First, through their work, the Project Manager will gain tremendous insight into the research, clinical, administrative, and educational functions of a large academic medical center. Over time Project Managers use this knowledge to evolve into guiding the core activities. Second, our faculty publishes its work in peer-reviewed journals and provide Project Managers with authorship on publications, should they meet standard contribution criteria. Finally, the work of Project Managers contributes to informing how to improve clinical care for patients at UCSF and across the US healthcare system. 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 $72,000 - $116,700 (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 Clinical Informatics and Digital Transformation (DoC-IT) serves as the academic home for applied clinical informatics researchers within the UCSF Department of Medicine. DoC-IT also serves as a coordinating entity with key internal and external digital stakeholders across all UCSF mission areas, schools, departments, and divisions. In particular, the Division has close ties to the Bakar Computational Health Sciences Institute and the Institute for Health Policy Studies at UCSF. DoC-IT is the home of two research centers and several other initiatives, including:
- The Center for Clinical Informatics and Improvement Research (CLIIR), which launched in 2017 at UCSF and was created out of a critical need to understand how to use digital tools to improve quality and value. CLIIR's mission is to discover ways: (1) to leverage Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and other sources of digital data to improve clinical performance and healthcare value, and (2) to scale these results to promote healthcare transformation.
- The Center to Advance Digital Physician Practice Transformation (ADAPT). ADAPT advances research and community regarding physician practice and physician experiences of care delivery. Research within ADAPT has a particular emphasis on physicians' interactions with technology and how these interactions shape practice patterns and experiences.
- UCSF's Clinical Informatics Fellowship, the Coordinating Center for Diagnostic Excellence (CoDEx), and the Impact Monitoring Platform for AI in Clinical Care (IMPACC).
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and three or more years of relevant experience and / or equivalent experience / training
- 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
- Familiarity with academic research and grant management processes
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in public health or related area and / or equivalent experience / training
- Knowledge of clinical information systems and their role in healthcare delivery organizations
- Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques
- Experience in developing academic products (e.g. abstracts, manuscripts, workshops, posters, etc.)
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 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. Job Code and Payroll Title 007398 PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 Job Category Administrative Support Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Location San Francisco, CA Campus Parnassus Heights (SF) Additional Shift Details M-F, 8-5 |
University of California - San Francisco
Feb 13, 2025