Outreach and Communications Staff- Hybrid - 133113
Job Description
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 11/08/2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 11/20/2024. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Campus and remote.
The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science is dedicated to creating and promoting public health innovations to advance equity, justice, and wellbeing for all. The School focuses on health, diversity, inclusion, and social equity in everything we do. We believe this starts in the workplace, where we actively strive to ensure a sense of belonging for everyone and honor the idea that through our differences, we are better together. In working to fulfill that vision, we are comprised of more than 125 primary appointed faculty and academics, 200 staff members, and 25 secondary appointed faculty and provide mentorship and instruction to 700+ BSPH undergraduate major students and 225+ postgraduate students across six degree programs as well as a clinical residency. We conduct research and instruction in public health disciplines such as Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Climate & Environmental Health, Community Health Services & Preventive Medicine, Epidemiology, Global Health, Health Behavior, Health Equity & Justice, Health Policy, Public Mental Health & Substance Use, and Technology & Precision Health, totaling ~$125M in grants and contracts and house five research service cores. We engage in research and teaching collaborations across the University and the community at-large. Partnerships with the community and with health agencies are fundamental to the School.
The incumbent will provide research and administrative support for research related to public health, with emphasis on tobacco control research and evaluation with special emphasis on native communities. Duties include, working under the general supervision of Principal Investigator to initiate and participate in writing for reports but to be independent with regards to outreach and taking initiative with the community. This also includes submission to Human Subjects Protection Program. Other tasks include, independent administration and coordination of research projects, reimbursements for incentives, communication with stakeholders, web/internet support, and general office/research management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSTheoretical knowledge in public health or relevant life and social sciences.
Very good to excellent scientific writing skills.
Strong attention to details and ability to analytically assess and compile written responses.
Demonstrated experience coordinating community work.
Excellent communication skills.
Knowledge of human subjects and Institutional Review Board and other federal research policies and procedures.
Experience in multi-tasking and ability to perform under stress and coordinating large and complex projects.
Ability to work as a team member and independently.
Prior related experience in comparable setting.
- Experience working with American Indians.
Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
Extensive experience with Native communities are highly preferred for this position.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $60,301 - $97,008 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $28.88 - $46.46
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).
UC San Diego Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html
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