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Posted: 01-Jun-23

Location: Oakland, California

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty
Healthcare Administration

Internal Number: 4234797

Senior Program Officer - Remote
Location: OaklandFull Time
Job ID: 53894
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Department Overview
The Research Grants Program Office (RGPO) is a unit within the Research and Innovation in the Division of Academic Affairs at the University of California, Office of the President (UCOP). RGPO oversees a broad grantmaking portfolio of over $100 million a year to support research that is critical to California, the nation and the world. RGPO programs enhance UC's research capacity and excellence, which helps attract top faculty, graduate students, government funding and companies to our state. These grants enable researchers to collaborate and solve the most pressing problems in the state and the world. RGPO also provides grants for training undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral researchers, whose work will benefit California communities.
Position Summary
This position is part of the Research Grants Program Office (RGPO) within Research and Innovation (R&I) at the University of California, Office of the President (UCOP). The RGPO consists of several grant making programs that are administered by the University of California on behalf of the State of California. These programs are the California Breast Cancer Research Program, the Tobacco-Related Disease Research Program, the California HIV/AIDS Research Program, and the UC Research Initiatives such as the Multi-campus Research Programs and Initiatives and the Lab Fees Research Program. The RGPO provides central coordination to support grant review and administration, financial and budgetary services, database management, and other core administrative needs to all of the grant programs. The Senior Program Officer position takes a leadership role in independently managing and developing large, complex research grant programs/initiatives within the Tobacco-Related Disease Research Program (TRDRP). The Senior Program Officer develops a vision, establishes agendas to achieve research and program objectives, collaborates across RGPO research programs, and leads a team of less experienced professionals to achieve program objectives. It is expected this position will be filled by an expert in public health, with considerable experience in tobacco control policy and/or research. The incumbent will have considerable expertise in communicating with policymakers, the CA Department of Public Health, the CA Department of Education, and other statewide stakeholders.
This position is remote within California.
Key Responsibilities
45% Content and Program Leadership:
Serves as senior program officer on large multidisciplinary research initiatives and grant awards addressing tobacco-related research topics that have potential for significant impact on state and local public health policy and practice. Leads the overall strategy of TRDRP in the social-behavioral, health equity, and health policy research arenas. Engages and convenes national experts, state and federal agency leadership, and stakeholder groups including for example, the Office of the US Surgeon General, Directors of the National Institutes of Health, CEOs of national and global foundations and health voluntary organizations, the California Secretary of Health and Chief Health Officer, State Attorney General's Office, and others. Exercises extensive content expertise and relationships in the science and academic communities in California and nationally to ensure that research initiatives are aligned with emerging science and the needs of the relevant scientific fields. Acts as a health equity and/or public health policy research subject-matter expert for TRDRP and RGPO. Participates in statewide public health initiatives to determine key research needs and to inform stakeholders of existing research that can support the initiatives. Maintains the TRDRP mandate of addressing health disparities by developing effective research initiatives aimed at reducing the negative impact on populations disproportionately impacted by tobacco product use and tobacco industry marketing practices. Leads program staff in the development of implementation research strategies needed to address current issues impacting social and structural determinants of health. Supervises up to two direct reports providing guidance for their work responsibilities as well as their own professional advancement. Informally leads all TRDRP staff in activities supporting program objectives in the social-behavioral, health equity, or health policy space. Is a leader in developing innovative dissemination strategies for research outcomes that can inform policy and practice. Integrates data from biomedical, social-behavioral, and policy research studies in impactful communication vehicles including scientific journal publications, webinars, in-person meetings, position papers, legislative briefings, and community-facing events. Determines optimal timing and strategies for disseminating the results of TRDRP-funded studies to strategic partners, policymakers, and other key stakeholders that will utilize the information in policy decisions.
25% Grant Application and Award Management Leadership:
Develops long-range goals and objectives for new research initiatives in the health disparities, health equity, and health policy research arenas. Sets priorities for research funding. Works closely with members of the RGPO Operations Pre-Award team to ensure well-run and scientifically sound application reviews. Develops TRDRP application solicitations, ensuring that they clearly communicate the program's research priorities. Identifies potential expert advisors and peer reviewers by keeping abreast of the latest scientific discoveries in relevant public health policy areas, establishing and maintaining collegial relationships with leading investigators in California and nationwide. Serves as Scientific Review Officer during review meetings, interpreting program priorities, and documenting the scientific evaluation of applications. Works closely with members of the RGPO Operations Post-Award team to monitor and evaluate the scientific progress of grant awards. Serves as Scientific Program Officer on a TRDRP portfolio of social-behavioral and/or policy research grant awards. Assesses the scientific progress of grantees and determines the need for special monitoring or grant actions.
15% Research Program Evaluation:
Evaluates the impact of major TRDRP research initiatives and strategies in the context of the current national and international tobacco-related health equity and/or health policy landscape. Provides recommendations to program staff during the development of new research initiatives to improve the likelihood that research outcomes can inform policy decisions and implementation. The incumbent will have sufficient background in health disparities and/or health equity research to evaluate TRDRP's impact in this key area.
15% Cross-functional Teamwork:
The Research Grants Program Office is a highly collaborative department with a staff that is diverse in subject-matter expertise, experience, and culture. The successful incumbent consistently identifies and supports opportunities for collaboration across RGPO. Encourages and allows others to explore new cross-unit collaborations. Makes time and resources available for new collaborative projects and initiatives. Interacts well with others in all RGPO grantmaking program and operational units. Utilizes principles of equity and inclusiveness in interactions with the RGPO staff. Communicates both verbally and non-verbally in a direct, cooperative, and courteous manner. Utilizes effective listening skills. Is diplomatic and strives to be helpful in all situations, and to provide excellent customer service. Supports team decisions and goals even when they may be at odds with personal preferences.
Experience
Required Qualifications

• Min 10 years of relevant work experience.

Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications

• Expert academic background and experience in selected area of research including extensive record of publications in related field(s).
• Highly developed program planning and expertise managing complex projects to obtain results.
• Expert skills in analyzing information and evaluating competing priorities to formulate solutions, identify alternatives and develop novel approaches based on these analyses.
• Highly advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
• Extensive experience directing communications with policy makers, community stakeholders and/or the media.
• Demonstrated interest in and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in research training, research grantmaking, the conduct of research and in supporting the public benefit of research.
• Values diversity of background and perspective to enhance research and program outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of the history of tobacco control public health practices and the impact of research.
• Extensive knowledge of tobacco health disparities and emerging science on achieving health equity.
• Expertise in local, state, and federal legislation and regulations regarding the sale and marketing of tobacco and nicotine products.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in research grantmaking and grants administration.
• Advanced data analytic skills and expert knowledge of program evaluation, evaluation tools and programming languages (eg python, R, or other).
• Knowledge of UC policies and procedures and research-related experience at UC or at one of the UC-managed national laboratories a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high volume, fast-paced work environment.

Education
Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in related area and / or equivalent experience training.

Job Title
Research Grant Program Officer 5
Job Code
005914
Salary Grade
Grade 25
Payscale:
$135,000 - $155,000
Full Salary Range:
$101,300 - $192,500
The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement within the state of California. The selected candidate must reside within the state of California or be willing to relocate.
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 June 21, 2023. 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. Background check process at UCOP
Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco Free Policy
August 2021 Update: The University of California has issued a policy requiring employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID -19 before physically accessing the University location or programs. Upon hire into a UCOP position, you will be provided detailed instructions on how to comply with this policy including access to the COVID vaccination at no cost. New hires to UCOP who work onsite or will come onsite for any activities at a UCOP or other UC location must comply with this policy within 8 weeks after their start date. The policy allows for employees to request approval for an exception or deferral. UC COVID-19 Vaccine Policy
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. EEO/AA Employer UC Nondiscrimination Policy
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