Under direction of the Director of Programs and working closely with the Research Program Manager, oversee the day-to-day activities of the Institute's research projects including promoting operational cohesiveness, functionality, internal and external communication, and collaboration. This role will also facilitate and coordinate efforts among stakeholders and may provide operational support as needed to the Justin Siegel Lab.
Responsibilities include project coordination with both internal and external partners, developing project timelines, organizing meetings, and generating regular progress reports. Additionally, The role involves participation in research efforts, supporting graduate students, post-doctoral scholars, and collaborating scientists on innovative research projects, and maintaining lab reagent inventory and standard operating procedures documentation.
Apply By Date
07/16/2024
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.
B.S. or B.A in Business Administration, Communications, Economics or related field or equivalent experience.
Be a strong team player who works closely and cohesively with others and a self-starter who can achieve progress and results while meeting critical deadlines. Ability to work across multiple projects, work independently, and prioritize deliverables.
Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills, active listening, multi- tasking, and time management skills. Interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a broad range of audiences from diversified backgrounds and perspectives including faculty, staff, and students as well as senior executive level representatives of private and public sector stakeholders.
Analytical skills to assume responsibility for coordination and completion of complex assignments requiring interactions with many parties.
Organizational skills to work with changing priorities and demanding workload and to use independent judgment to make logical decisions.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze complex data and develop meaningful solutions to specific problems, develop collaborations, with respect to project priorities
Writing, editing and proofreading skills to write and prepare a variety of correspondence, reports, and informational documents, technical reports, and correspondence. Computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Dropbox
Preferred Qualifications
Experience and/or education in project coordination or management, including working with project management software such as Asana or Monday.com and calendar management tools such as When To Meet, are desirable.
Experience and/or ability to learn how to organize teams, put in place processes to coordinate a matrixed system and create effective communication strategies.
Familiarity with the academic culture, government and private industry sponsors and ability to bridge them effectively.
Key Responsibilities
60%, OPERATIONAL SUPPORT
40%, PROJECT COORDINATION
Department Overview
ABOUT THE INNOVATION INSTITUTE FOR FOOD AND HEALTH - The Innovation Institute for Food and Health (IIFH) is founded on a unique academic- industry partnership and interfaces with both entrepreneurial and research domains. In its seventh year on campus, the institute has a mandate of inclusive interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral engagement.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $34.19 - $43.44 /hour
Salary Frequency: Bi-weekly
Salary Grade: 18
UC Job Title: PROJ POLICY ANL 1
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Contract
Percentage of Time: 100%
Shift Hours: Manager will advise
Location: Davis, Ca
Union Representation: No
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-site
Benefits
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High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
For eligible roles, UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
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Special Requirements
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
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