University of California, Berkeley
Project Director, California ABP (7399U) #80113
University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Overview
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Project Director, California ABP (7399U) #80113
role at
University of California, Berkeley .
At UC Berkeley, the School of Social Welfare seeks to transform systems that perpetuate poverty and social disadvantage and to advance health and equity through rigorous research and community engagement. This position will direct the California Abundant Birth Project (ABP) Evaluation study, a guaranteed income program for pregnant people with risk factors for preterm birth. The Evaluation uses community-based participatory research approaches to understand the impact of ABP on adverse pregnancy outcomes, stress, and mental health.
Responsibilities
Leads and directs coordination across the four study geographies for CA-ABP, supervising staff and external partners. Develops systems of communication and project management to meet project goals. Oversees implementation of study protocols, including recruitment and retention practices; ensures protocols are culturally relevant and respectful; supports participant retention and maintains the required sample composition.
Provides analyses for complex budgets, academic data collection, systems and resource projects; advises investigative team of required changes in project budget or design issues.
Manages the multi-year study budget, including multiple grants and contracts. Ensures monthly spending is appropriate, reconciles charges, identifies projected deficits and balances within individual funding sources, develops strategies for reallocating funding to better meet study needs, coordinates with research administration to correct charges as needed, and maintains monthly projections for the full project.
Provides direct supervision to research coordinators and research assistants, including setting expectations, offering regular feedback, and supporting professional development. Mentors the broader team as needed to build research and other professional capacities.
Refines and maintains a project management system for the study to ensure the large team stays aligned with study goals and remains accountable to the project workplan. Revise the workplan as needed over time. Ensure milestones are planned for and tracked, identifying opportunities for early intervention when the project is offtrack.
Oversee implementation of data quality monitoring and quality assurance activities to ensure high-quality data and data security, including supervising staff who are responsible for individual activities. Liaise with Data Manager as needed when quality problems related to the data collection platform are identified. Supervise regular and secure backups of data.
Coordinate with program staff with the CA-ABP lead partner Expecting Justice regarding implementation concerns with significant logistical and budgetary implications.
Required Qualifications
At least 3 years of relevant, full-time project management experience in a public health or social science research setting.
Highly skilled in all levels of project management, as demonstrated by progressive experience in project coordination, research field work and project coordination, or closely related experience in research, public health, or related environment.
At least 4 years of full-time experience working on a social science or public health research project with primary data collection activities. Thorough knowledge of research data collection activities, data collection procedures and protocols.
Commitment to and demonstrated experience working with Black communities.
Demonstrated experience managing an operational budget consisting of multiple grants, including compliance and reporting.
Highly skilled communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with others, both verbally and in writing.
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs.
Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize projects and meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Adaptable to quickly changing priorities.
At least 2 years experience directly supervising, training, and mentoring full-time staff.
Ability to take initiative and solve problems independently while understanding when to seek guidance from manager or others.
Able to write at a level suitable for production of scholarly publications.
Expert in problem-solving implementation challenges in complex programs or research projects.
Demonstrated experience navigating bureaucracy to implement programs or research projects.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Able to travel up to 5% time and work occasional evenings/weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
Broad academic knowledge of or applied background in social science or health research with human subjects proven by 3-5 years of successful planning, initiation, execution, and reporting of previous investigations.
Substantive expertise in maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, social determinants of health, and/or guaranteed income programs.
Experience submitting and maintaining Institutional Review Board protocols for human subjects research.
Experience in translating research into policy recommendations.
Advanced skills in quantitative or qualitative data analysis, as demonstrated by publication history.
Master's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Salary & Benefits This is a one-year, full-time contract position. This position is eligible for full UC Benefits. For information on UC Berkeley's compensation and benefits, visit the Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University provides a reasonable estimate of the compensation range and does not offer salaries outside the posted range. The range accounts for experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business needs. The budgeted salary range for this position is $100,000-$125,000 annually.
Other Information This is not a visa opportunity.
How to Apply: To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Background and Compliance: This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check. Berkeley hires people with conviction histories and reviews information in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Mandated Reporter: This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report observed or suspected abuse or neglect to designated authorities. We may require signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.
Misconduct Disclosure: As a condition of employment, the final candidate will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining misconduct; or any related proceedings. The University policies address misconduct and 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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Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV. Join to apply for the
Project Director, California ABP (7399U) #80113
role at
University of California, Berkeley .
At UC Berkeley, the School of Social Welfare seeks to transform systems that perpetuate poverty and social disadvantage and to advance health and equity through rigorous research and community engagement. This position will direct the California Abundant Birth Project (ABP) Evaluation study, a guaranteed income program for pregnant people with risk factors for preterm birth. The Evaluation uses community-based participatory research approaches to understand the impact of ABP on adverse pregnancy outcomes, stress, and mental health.
Responsibilities
Leads and directs coordination across the four study geographies for CA-ABP, supervising staff and external partners. Develops systems of communication and project management to meet project goals. Oversees implementation of study protocols, including recruitment and retention practices; ensures protocols are culturally relevant and respectful; supports participant retention and maintains the required sample composition.
Provides analyses for complex budgets, academic data collection, systems and resource projects; advises investigative team of required changes in project budget or design issues.
Manages the multi-year study budget, including multiple grants and contracts. Ensures monthly spending is appropriate, reconciles charges, identifies projected deficits and balances within individual funding sources, develops strategies for reallocating funding to better meet study needs, coordinates with research administration to correct charges as needed, and maintains monthly projections for the full project.
Provides direct supervision to research coordinators and research assistants, including setting expectations, offering regular feedback, and supporting professional development. Mentors the broader team as needed to build research and other professional capacities.
Refines and maintains a project management system for the study to ensure the large team stays aligned with study goals and remains accountable to the project workplan. Revise the workplan as needed over time. Ensure milestones are planned for and tracked, identifying opportunities for early intervention when the project is offtrack.
Oversee implementation of data quality monitoring and quality assurance activities to ensure high-quality data and data security, including supervising staff who are responsible for individual activities. Liaise with Data Manager as needed when quality problems related to the data collection platform are identified. Supervise regular and secure backups of data.
Coordinate with program staff with the CA-ABP lead partner Expecting Justice regarding implementation concerns with significant logistical and budgetary implications.
Required Qualifications
At least 3 years of relevant, full-time project management experience in a public health or social science research setting.
Highly skilled in all levels of project management, as demonstrated by progressive experience in project coordination, research field work and project coordination, or closely related experience in research, public health, or related environment.
At least 4 years of full-time experience working on a social science or public health research project with primary data collection activities. Thorough knowledge of research data collection activities, data collection procedures and protocols.
Commitment to and demonstrated experience working with Black communities.
Demonstrated experience managing an operational budget consisting of multiple grants, including compliance and reporting.
Highly skilled communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with others, both verbally and in writing.
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs.
Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize projects and meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Adaptable to quickly changing priorities.
At least 2 years experience directly supervising, training, and mentoring full-time staff.
Ability to take initiative and solve problems independently while understanding when to seek guidance from manager or others.
Able to write at a level suitable for production of scholarly publications.
Expert in problem-solving implementation challenges in complex programs or research projects.
Demonstrated experience navigating bureaucracy to implement programs or research projects.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Able to travel up to 5% time and work occasional evenings/weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
Broad academic knowledge of or applied background in social science or health research with human subjects proven by 3-5 years of successful planning, initiation, execution, and reporting of previous investigations.
Substantive expertise in maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, social determinants of health, and/or guaranteed income programs.
Experience submitting and maintaining Institutional Review Board protocols for human subjects research.
Experience in translating research into policy recommendations.
Advanced skills in quantitative or qualitative data analysis, as demonstrated by publication history.
Master's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Salary & Benefits This is a one-year, full-time contract position. This position is eligible for full UC Benefits. For information on UC Berkeley's compensation and benefits, visit the Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University provides a reasonable estimate of the compensation range and does not offer salaries outside the posted range. The range accounts for experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business needs. The budgeted salary range for this position is $100,000-$125,000 annually.
Other Information This is not a visa opportunity.
How to Apply: To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Background and Compliance: This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check. Berkeley hires people with conviction histories and reviews information in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Mandated Reporter: This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report observed or suspected abuse or neglect to designated authorities. We may require signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.
Misconduct Disclosure: As a condition of employment, the final candidate will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining misconduct; or any related proceedings. The University policies address misconduct and 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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