PROGRAM OFFICER, UC RESEARCH INITIATIVES
University of California Office of the President | |
United States, California, Oakland | |
1111 Franklin Street (Show on map) | |
April 15, 2024 | |
For UCOP internal applicants, please login to the internal candidate gateway at: UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good. The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world. Department Overview 45% Grant Application and Award Management: Takes lead role in UCRI funding opportunities in the areas of research expertise and related disciplines for both standing programs and special initiatives. Contributes content expertise and effort to the Cancer Research Coordinating Committee, Multicampus Research Programs and Initiatives, the UC National Laboratory Fees Research Program and other UCRI and RGPO initiatives as assigned. Works closely with RGPO colleagues to ensure well-run and scientifically sound proposal reviews, and to effectively monitor the research progress and compliance of grant awards. Uses advanced project management and organizational skills to collaborate across units and among stakeholders. Develops solicitations or RFPs for UCRI funding opportunities that clearly communicate the program's research priorities. Ensures application materials are consistent with RFPs and inform a comprehensive review. Identifies a diverse pool of potential expert advisors and peer reviewers and establishes collegial relationships with them. Serves as Research Review Officer during peer review meetings, interpreting program priorities and documenting the research evaluation of applications. Communicates outcomes to stakeholders and applicants. Monitors the research progress of grant awards that span all UCRI research programs. Evaluates change requests and budget modifications, and reviews and approves progress reports. As needed, determines the need for special monitoring or grant actions. Ability to contribute collaboratively across programs and areas of expertise with other team members a must. Assists researchers and grantees in problem-solving, using outstanding judgment in determining the scope and type of appropriate guidance. 15% Content Leadership and Expertise: Serves as a primary consultant and resource for UCRI in content areas of research expertise. Identifies emerging trends in scholarship, and keeps abreast of the latest scholarship and discoveries in UCRI-supported research areas. Serves as UCRI lead program officer for research and scholarship relevant to expertise and develops and expands expert knowledge base in relation to emerging fields of critical research. Contributes content expertise to support broad range of research funded by UC Research Initiatives and other RGPO programs. Serves on RGPO and R&I staff committees, and other ad hoc and expert committees, to advise and provide content leadership in areas of research expertise. 15% Program Planning and Evaluation: Conceives and develops new award mechanisms within the scope of UCRI. Analyzes outcomes and undertakes evaluation projects using data from the grants portfolio, research intelligence platforms, and other sources. Develops meaningful evaluation strategies that inform both program planning and impact assessment. Seeks novel approaches to achieving research program outcomes in relation to diversifying research opportunities and the research workforce. In consultation with key University stakeholders, coordinates review processes of select research programs. Compiles, analyzes, and communicates priority-setting data to UCRI Director, RGPO Executive Director, and VPR&I. Synthesizes data, distills key issues, and summarizes data for presentation. Formulates recommendations based on evaluation metrics. Keeps abreast of research evaluation trends to inform the development of metrics in specific program areas. 15% Research Dissemination and External Liaison: Represents UCRI in the programmatic areas of specific content expertise with faculty, researchers, and committees related to the UCRI portfolio or sharing common objectives. Liaises and provides content to UC Strategic Communications to facilitate dissemination of research findings relevant to California and the UC. Identifies compelling research stories and unique findings, gathers noteworthy information, drafts content and frames key stories or outcomes of public interest. Develops content for presentations to various program stakeholders. Collaborates with team and campus stakeholders to plan and execute symposia or other grantee meetings. Proposes topical and content focus for panels, coordinates presentations and other programmatic content. 10% Cross-functional Teamwork: The Research Grants Program Office is a highly collaborative department. The successful incumbent consistently identifies and supports opportunities for collaboration across RGPO and makes time and resources available for new collaborative projects and initiatives. Experience
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Job Title Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HOW TO APPLY Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application. APPLICATION REVIEW DATE The first review date for this job is April 4, 2024. The position will be open until filled. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. EEO STATEMENT The University of California, Office of the President, 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, disability, age or protected veteran status. The University of California, Office of the President, strives to make this job board accessible to any and all users. If you have comments regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at: or email the Human Resource Department at: . *LI-SG1 |