Project Director

Project Director IHPS (Health Policy Studies)

Full Time

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This position serves the project director for two adolescent health programs, the Rural Education and Development for Youth Program (Office of Population Affairs) and Meet Me on the Pitch (National Institutes of Health). This role involves directing projects, managing partnerships, and contributing to data analysis and report generation for federal funders. The position will oversee the studies by providing technical support to the local implementing partners, facilitating and coordinating community engagement efforts, and collecting qualitative and quantitative data.

In the role of project director, the incumbent is responsible for project administration and oversight. The Analyst will manage timelines, ensure project deliverables are met, and support data collection and program evaluation efforts. The analyst is the point of contact for federal reporting requirements and study coordination with partners (including Fresno EOC, Fresno Superintendent of Schools, and Soccer without Borders).

In addition to project management duties, the Analyst will continue to contribute to quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis. The incumbent will lead the development of reports, peer‑reviewed manuscripts, and presentations to communicate findings to a range of audiences, including at academic conferences, local organizations, and community stakeholders. Study results will be used to inform program and policy decisions.

The Analyst will also provide guidance to project staff and mentorship to student interns as well as organizing community and youth advisory boards. The Analyst will be expected to contribute to grant writing and support additional studies, including conducting interviews, focus groups, and observations. The incumbent will provide additional project support as needed including literature reviews, meeting logistics, and enrolling study participants.

Occasional travel throughout the state is expected for meetings, conferences, and fieldwork. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

The salary range for this position is $72,000 - $154,600 (Annual Rate).

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The Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies (PRL‑IHPS) contributes to the solution of complex and challenging health policy problems through leadership in research, training, technical assistance, and public service. Our special competence lies in translating research across disciplines and fields to inform health policy. We undertake this work with a commitment to improve health and health care within local, state, national, and international communities and with a focus on improving the health of vulnerable populations.

• Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Minimum 2 year of related experience
• Knowledge of common organization‑or research‑specific and other computer application programs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality
• Analytical / problem‑solving skills
• Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals / analyses
• Ability to multi‑task with demanding time frames
• Strong presentation and group facilitation skills to conduct meetings and trainings
• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns

• Master’s degree in public health, statistics, or related field
• Ability to communicate in Spanish
• Strong policy analysis techniques
• Experience and interest in sexual and reproductive health education
• Experience working with governmental agencies
• Experience working with youth

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