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Research Associate
Job Summary We are seeking a full-time Research Associate to work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) on multiple projects related to improving care and policy for older adults with serious illness. This role is hybrid, requiring one day a week onsite, and as needed.
The most substantial of these is the HEARD (Hospice Equity for people impacted by Alzheimer's and Related Dementias) Study supported by an National Institute on Aging (NIA) R01 research grant. The project will support the development of evidence-based policy and ethics recommendations to improve hospice care for racial and ethnic minoritized older adults impacted by Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias. Reporting to the Project Director, the Research Associate will work with the team to engage in all stages of the research process to generate evidence that will inform policy recommendations. Activities include representing UCSF and the research team in community outreach and community engagement, supporting engagement with Community Advisory Board (CAB), creating and refining recruitment and data collection materials, recruiting participants, conducting interviews with bereaved caregivers or hospice staff, conducting site visits and observations at hospice organizations, tracking outreach, participation and other project inputs, gathering, organizing and maintaining study data and resources, making project-related purchases, submitting expense reports and invoices, generating white papers, policy briefs, and policy recommendations, supporting a process for engaging partners in refining policy recommendations, conceptualizing and writing manuscripts, oral presentations, and posters, creating or updating newsletters and websites for external audiences, assisting in the development of grant applications, as well as performing other study-related operational/administrative tasks to ensure study and team success.
The Research Associate will also support the UCSF Pepper Center Vulnerable Aging Research Core (VARC), including faculty Pepper Scholars and their staff. Tasks may involve the types of activities described above to support a Pepper Scholar's project (with mentorship and oversight from the PI) or consultations and trainings to faculty, trainees, and staff regarding the development of evidence-based policy recommendations to support older adults made vulnerable by medical and social circumstances. In addition, the Research Associate will share resources such as documentation of best practices and example materials to VARC and associated scholars.
The ideal candidate would have prior experience in qualitative and mixed methods research. In addition, experience with hospice, palliative care, serious illness, health policy, home health, grief, and work related to health equity and anti-racism. A successful candidate is highly collaborative, mission-driven, highly organized and able to prioritize multiple deadlines and competing tasks. Working with vulnerable participants and data on sensitive topics requires utmost discretion and confidentiality. As this position will support an R01 that will be recruiting Asian, Black, and Latino individuals, candidates who identify as Asian/Black/African American/Latino/ multiracial and ideally are fluent in Chinese / Mandarin/ Cantonese / Spanish are preferred. Additionally, occasional national travel may be required for meetings, conferences, and fieldwork.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 (Annual Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description The Division of Geriatrics' work is grounded in a deep commitment to and respect for older persons from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. We are specialists in aging. Our expertise is in optimizing the health of older individuals. We work in the community and on virtually every UCSF campus - Parnassus, San Francisco VA Health Care System, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, Mission Bay, and UCSF Center for Geriatric Care. The Division has over 130 employees including faculty, volunteer clinical faculty, fellows, staff, student interns and volunteers. We are deeply committed to, and will champion, diversity, equity and inclusion as our core mission. We will nurture and grow a culture in which everyone from all backgrounds is welcomed, supported, respected, and valued! Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and 1+ year of relevant experience; or equivalent experience / training.
- Working knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs.
- Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
- Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
- Demonstrates ability to analyze, research, and synthesize large amounts of information with strong attention to detail.
- Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
- Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques.
- Excellent word processing and spreadsheet skills
- Experience and proficiency in policy research methods.
- Working knowledge and experience with policy research activities, such as outreach, recruitment, interviews, observations, and examination and summary of qualitative or quantitative evidence relevant to policy projects.
- Training or experience in social sciences field (e.g., public health, sociology, anthropology, health policy).
- Ability to interface with and work well in a culturally sensitive manner with diverse communities in the context of community-based research.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a health care or social scientific field (e.g., MPH, MS, MA)
- Personal, academic, or professional experience around health equity.
- Personal, academic, or professional experience with hospice, palliative care, end-of-life care, or grief.
- Experience working in or conducting research within a healthcare setting or experience and familiarity with healthcare or health policy.
- Experience working in community-engaged research or at a community-based organization.
- Experience with policy research analysis methods and tools, including software programs.
- Experience in academic writing, including experiencing in drafting and editing manuscripts, white papers, research reports and grant proposals.
- Experience in program evaluation and improvement.
- Identifies as Black/African American/multiracial/Latino/Hispanic/Asian/Native Hawaiian and/or is fluent in Chinese / Mandarin/ Cantonese/Spanish.
About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Job Code and Payroll Title 007397 PROJECT POLICY ANL 2 Job Category Administrative Support, Professional (Non-Clinical), Research and Scientific Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Appointment End Date 31-Dec-2028 Location San Francisco, CA Additional Shift Details Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM |
University of California - San Francisco
Dec 21, 2024