Project Manager - Job at University of California

Project Manager

Irvine, CA

Posted 12 days ago

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Job Description

Job Opening ID: 67815

Reports To: Director and Founding Dean

Working Title: Project Manager

Department: Health, Society & Behavior FAC

Bargaining Unit: RX

FLSA: Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 009611

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F

Employee Class: Career

Position Summary:

As part of the Susan & Henry Samueli College of Health Sciences, the UCI Program in Public Health is dedicated to the achievement of health equity for all populations through research, teaching, service, and public health practice, locally and globally. Championing the principles of evidence-based public health science, the Program's community aspires to understand and impact population-level social, biological, and environmental determinants of health and well-being.

The Program in Public Health is seeking a highly organized professional to support the founding Dean in project management of research activities and Program related events and activities. As part of the Dean's research team, we seek someone who can create processes that yield effective results and reports for all research activities. This includes creating timelines, roles and expectations documentation, provide training on UCI programs and policies, develop reports in collaboration with research team, communicate out to correct stakeholders. For the Program related activities, we look for someone who can organize conferences (i.e. Women's Health), work closely with Public Health center directors, organize guest speaker events, contribute to the accreditation of the school (includes writing, organization of tasks and meetings, and site-visit arrangements), Dean specific activities to promote the Program and future school, and ad-hoc activities from inception to completion. Individual does not need to have a background in research but must be a strategic thinker, highly organized, be proactive and a problem solver, be able to lead and be part of a team. This individual will work with many different departments across the program and university so must have excellent communication skills. Time management is a necessary skill for success. Incumbent should remain professional in fast-paced situations, and be adaptable with shifting priorities.

Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

$30.73 - $49.43 (Hourly Rate)

Department Website:

https://publichealth.uci.edu/departments/department-of-health-society-behavior/

Required:

5-10 years
Bachelor's degree required; higher education degree preferred or equal work experience in high-volume work environment
Demonstrated time management and project management Experience managing multiple research projects Computer skills include Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Demonstrated organizational and record keeping skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to anticipate problems, develop solutions and make recommendations using data supported evidence
Ability to learn areas less familiar areas to improve their work output
Flexible working hours/schedule during large events/conferences; hybrid schedule

Preferred:

Knowledge of university purchasing procedures

Special Conditions Required:

Hybrid work schedule that may fluctuate with Dean's schedule

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
E-Verify
Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu

Job Summary

Company

University of California - Irvine

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

Open