Program Manager
Job Summary The Project Manager will be the key staff leader for several projects including: (1) The OPAL-East Africa , a NIAAA-funded R01 award that funds two clinical trials including: 1a) a large, multi-site cluster randomized controlled trial of mobilization strategies to promote biomedical HIV prevention uptake among adults at drinking venues, which plans to enroll >5,000 participants in Kenya and Uganda, and 1b) a clinical trial evaluating an alcohol counseling intervention to promote retention in biomedical HIV preventive care in Kenya and Uganda. In addition, the OPAL-East Africa project is conducting qualitative and costing research activities within both trials, and (2) The IBIS Megastudy, a NIMH-funded R01 award that aims to develop and test multiple behavioral economic interventions to promote retesting for HIV among at-risk adults following an initial (baseline) negative test, in Kenya and Uganda.
The Project Manager will have central responsibility for developing and maintaining study protocols, overseeing regulatory details related to local and international IRBs, including compliance with all the federal and local regulatory requirements for consent; executing sub-contracts, coordinating with participating sites, training local site staff and preparing SOPs, running international teleconference meetings, interfacing with the sponsor, preparing monitoring reports for the sponsor, and ensuring participant recruitment and adequate enrollment. The project manager will exercise knowledge of the fields of HIV, TB, epidemiology, behavior economics and often marginalized low- and middle-income country populations in developing and maintaining study protocols, strong administrative and management leadership of clinical research, strong research coordination, and lead personnel to ensure optimal systems for data collection and management, efficiency, compliance, safety, and financial oversight. The project manager will oversee fiscal and budget issues for each of the projects, including sub-award management, in conjunction with pre-award and post-award managers. They will work directly with the study PIs and the UCSF finance team to allocate study funds, track spending, create budgets and budget justifications. The manager will track study related publications/presentation to ensure that data, information, and resource sharing systems are kept up to date and that new information is communicated to pertinent members of the study teams.
The Project Manager will be responsible for identifying program needs to ensure that projects are staffed appropriately. They will develop job descriptions, recruit, hire and onboard new staff, initiate and conduct training sessions for new team members, and perform staff performance evaluation, when applicable.
As the incumbent will work in international settings that serve many diverse populations, they should apply a warm and non-judgmental manner and consistently demonstrate interpersonal tact, discretion, and sensitivity when interacting with persons, including participants and staff, from other countries. 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 $84,400 - $133,800 (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 ABOUT DIVISION OF HIV, INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND GLOBAL MEDICINE
The Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) is an internationally recognized global leader in clinical care, research, and education. With its home-base located at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (ZSFG), the Division has been ranked as the top facility in the country for AIDS care since 1983. The Division's work is featured frequently in the media, and it is often visited by numerous international, national, state, and local dignitaries and delegations. The Division consists of approximately 36 faculty members, 11 fellows/postdoctoral scholars and 170 academic and staff employees. It is the largest Division of the Department of Medicine (DOM) at ZSFG, with a total expenditure budget of approximately $52 million dollars.
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 disease, aging and stem cells. Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree (e.g. BS, BA) and / or equivalent experience / training
- Advanced degree (e.g. MPH) and / or equivalent experience / training
- Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience
- 5+ years relevant experience
- Experience in grant submission processes for the National Institutes of Health
- Ability to travel internationally to research sites in East Africa to work with local research teams, conduct trainings and visit research sites
- Experience with oversight of international clinical trials research and working with international collaborators
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, teleconferencing (e.g., Zoom), and data analysis software (such as STATA or R)
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment across time zones with minimal supervision
- Project and program management, coordination, and organizational experience, including managing teams and using project and time management tools and best practices
- Strong organizational skills for coordinating and running research group meetings
- Strong ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
- Strong ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Thorough knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience living or working in low- and middle-income countries and working with ministries of health
- Solid fundraising experience.
- Academic background and experience in selected area of research preferred.
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 004330 ACAD PRG MGT OFCR 3 Job Category Professional (Non-Clinical), Research and Scientific Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Location San Francisco, CA Campus Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG) Additional Shift Details Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm |
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Dec 28, 2024