University of California
CTO Strategic Initiatives Analyst - Hybrid
University of California, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Overview
This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Moores Cancer Center and remote. The Moores Cancer Center (MCC) is one of just 57 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the United States and the only one in San Diego County. As a consortium cancer center, it is a collaborative partnership between UCSD and several affiliated schools and institutes, including School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Public Health, Jacobs School of Engineering, School of Biological Sciences, the School of Physical Sciences, UCSD Health oncology hospitals and clinics; the basic and public health research and outreach of San Diego State University (SDSU), and the La Jolla Institute of Immunology (LJI). These programs and units are dedicated to fulfilling MCCs mission of reducing cancers burden. MCC offers challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment with a progressive philosophy of career-path development for its employees, including cross-training and professional development.
MCCs mission is to transform cancer care by driving exceptional scientific discoveries and innovations in prevention, detection, care, and training, with a focus on reducing cancer burden through accelerated discovery and translation, compassionate and interdisciplinary care, education and community engagement, under core values of Excellence, Innovation and Risk-Taking, Collaboration, Diversity and Service. The Clinical Trials Office (CTO) at UCSDs Moores Cancer Center administers over 250 clinical trials on behalf of member investigators, including trials sponsored by National Cancer Institute cooperative groups, pharmaceutical companies, and physician investigators. The CTO Strategic Initiatives Analyst serves as a strategic and operational leader within the CTO, managing complex research initiatives and regulatory processes across multi-site cancer studies. This role involves drafting high-level proposals, reports, and communications; coordinating IRB submissions and HIPAA-compliant documentation; and overseeing data use agreements and study certifications. The position supports cross-functional collaboration, monitors external contractors, and ensures compliance through platforms such as Yunu, Florence, and Epic. The individual leads grant development, budget planning, and stakeholder engagement, while driving process improvements and contributing to Six Sigma initiatives. As a key member of CTO leadership, they provide consultative guidance, policy analysis, and strategic direction, including oversight of the Moores Cancer Center Post-Baccalaureate Program and participation in planning committees and working groups. Applies advanced expertise in analytical methods, organizational policies, and procedures to investigate and resolve a broad range of complex issues. Exercises sound judgment in choosing appropriate strategies and tools to develop effective solutions. Focuses primarily on multifaceted policies, programs, and proposals. Collaborates with the Senior Leadership Team to design and recommend new initiatives, policies, or procedures for potential implementation. Minimum Qualifications
Seven years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus three years of related experience/training. Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals / analyses. Analytical / problem-solving skills. Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities to recognize potential problems, independently resolve problems, communicate higher level problems to supervisor, evaluate and suggest solutions and recommendations, and to develop and initiate a plan to complete job goals efficiently and effectively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Proven ability to research, draft, and edit complex documents including proposals, reports, executive summaries, and regulatory materials for scientific and administrative audiences. Experience to initiate and coordinate all departmental communications. Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs. Demonstrated proficiency using computer software applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and/or other software packages to streamline work for effectiveness and efficiency. Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality. Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. Experience with project management and tracking various projects to meet deadlines as needed. Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. Ability to lead or support multiple projects or protocols simultaneously, with wide variety of investigators and administrative stakeholders. Strong policy analysis techniques. Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques. Ability to capture lessons learned and standard operating procedures (SOPs) into reusable documents for instruction or workflow enablement. Experience with leading strategic initiatives and policy development, with a strong track record of planning and executing large-scale programmatic events. Skilled in developing strategic agendas, managing logistics, creating and managing online registration systems, coordinating various requirements including Zoom. Create and gather satisfaction metrics to evaluate impact. Demonstrated skill in project management and tracking various projects to meet deadlines as needed, and experience implementing process improvements (e.g., Six Sigma initiatives) leading to departmental efficiencies. Familiarity with clinical trial platforms such as Yunu, Florence e-Regulatory, Epic, and other data/document management systems; ability to support study monitors and manage digital workflows. Experience managing statements of work, data use agreements, study certifications, and contract employment agreements in clinical research settings. Preferred Qualifications
General finance background, with ability to review and analyze budget options and suggest edits or revisions for optimal effectiveness for the department as needed. Special Conditions
Employment is subject to a criminal background check. Ability to travel nationally to attend clinical trials conferences. Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $71,600 - $127,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $34.29 - $61.02 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). #J-18808-Ljbffr
This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Moores Cancer Center and remote. The Moores Cancer Center (MCC) is one of just 57 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the United States and the only one in San Diego County. As a consortium cancer center, it is a collaborative partnership between UCSD and several affiliated schools and institutes, including School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Public Health, Jacobs School of Engineering, School of Biological Sciences, the School of Physical Sciences, UCSD Health oncology hospitals and clinics; the basic and public health research and outreach of San Diego State University (SDSU), and the La Jolla Institute of Immunology (LJI). These programs and units are dedicated to fulfilling MCCs mission of reducing cancers burden. MCC offers challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment with a progressive philosophy of career-path development for its employees, including cross-training and professional development.
MCCs mission is to transform cancer care by driving exceptional scientific discoveries and innovations in prevention, detection, care, and training, with a focus on reducing cancer burden through accelerated discovery and translation, compassionate and interdisciplinary care, education and community engagement, under core values of Excellence, Innovation and Risk-Taking, Collaboration, Diversity and Service. The Clinical Trials Office (CTO) at UCSDs Moores Cancer Center administers over 250 clinical trials on behalf of member investigators, including trials sponsored by National Cancer Institute cooperative groups, pharmaceutical companies, and physician investigators. The CTO Strategic Initiatives Analyst serves as a strategic and operational leader within the CTO, managing complex research initiatives and regulatory processes across multi-site cancer studies. This role involves drafting high-level proposals, reports, and communications; coordinating IRB submissions and HIPAA-compliant documentation; and overseeing data use agreements and study certifications. The position supports cross-functional collaboration, monitors external contractors, and ensures compliance through platforms such as Yunu, Florence, and Epic. The individual leads grant development, budget planning, and stakeholder engagement, while driving process improvements and contributing to Six Sigma initiatives. As a key member of CTO leadership, they provide consultative guidance, policy analysis, and strategic direction, including oversight of the Moores Cancer Center Post-Baccalaureate Program and participation in planning committees and working groups. Applies advanced expertise in analytical methods, organizational policies, and procedures to investigate and resolve a broad range of complex issues. Exercises sound judgment in choosing appropriate strategies and tools to develop effective solutions. Focuses primarily on multifaceted policies, programs, and proposals. Collaborates with the Senior Leadership Team to design and recommend new initiatives, policies, or procedures for potential implementation. Minimum Qualifications
Seven years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus three years of related experience/training. Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals / analyses. Analytical / problem-solving skills. Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities to recognize potential problems, independently resolve problems, communicate higher level problems to supervisor, evaluate and suggest solutions and recommendations, and to develop and initiate a plan to complete job goals efficiently and effectively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Proven ability to research, draft, and edit complex documents including proposals, reports, executive summaries, and regulatory materials for scientific and administrative audiences. Experience to initiate and coordinate all departmental communications. Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs. Demonstrated proficiency using computer software applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and/or other software packages to streamline work for effectiveness and efficiency. Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality. Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. Experience with project management and tracking various projects to meet deadlines as needed. Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. Ability to lead or support multiple projects or protocols simultaneously, with wide variety of investigators and administrative stakeholders. Strong policy analysis techniques. Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques. Ability to capture lessons learned and standard operating procedures (SOPs) into reusable documents for instruction or workflow enablement. Experience with leading strategic initiatives and policy development, with a strong track record of planning and executing large-scale programmatic events. Skilled in developing strategic agendas, managing logistics, creating and managing online registration systems, coordinating various requirements including Zoom. Create and gather satisfaction metrics to evaluate impact. Demonstrated skill in project management and tracking various projects to meet deadlines as needed, and experience implementing process improvements (e.g., Six Sigma initiatives) leading to departmental efficiencies. Familiarity with clinical trial platforms such as Yunu, Florence e-Regulatory, Epic, and other data/document management systems; ability to support study monitors and manage digital workflows. Experience managing statements of work, data use agreements, study certifications, and contract employment agreements in clinical research settings. Preferred Qualifications
General finance background, with ability to review and analyze budget options and suggest edits or revisions for optimal effectiveness for the department as needed. Special Conditions
Employment is subject to a criminal background check. Ability to travel nationally to attend clinical trials conferences. Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $71,600 - $127,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $34.29 - $61.02 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). #J-18808-Ljbffr