Project Manager, Innovative Genomics Institute (7399U) - 27288
About Berkeley
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's most iconic teaching and research institutions. Since 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world. Berkeley's culture of openness, freedom and acceptance—academic and artistic, political and cultural—make it a very special place for students, faculty and staff.

Berkeley is committed to hiring and developing staff who want to work in a high performing culture that supports the outstanding work of our faculty and students. In deciding whether to apply for a staff position at Berkeley, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider the alignment of the Berkeley Workplace Culture with their potential for success at http://jobs.berkeley.edu/why-berkeley.html.

Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: July 31, 2019

Departmental Overview
The Innovative Genomics Institute (IGI) is seeking a Project Manager (Project/Policy Analyst) to provide critical support for a multi-site collaboration co-led by Jonathan Weissman and Fyodor Urnov - to develop and advance next-generation CRISPR-based approaches to control the hematopoietic and GI systems in the clinic. The Project Manager will work in close coordination with, and under the direction of the Scientific Director of Technology and Translation of the IGI, and will be a key partner in the strategic implementation of the project's research goals. The role will utilize their deep understanding of genetics and genomics to organize, coordinate, and oversee all project efforts while ensuring timely progress toward project milestones. In addition, this position will seek to build an operational infrastructure that facilitates cross institutional collaboration between UCSF, UCB, and CMU.

Responsibilities
Project Management:

Provides highly complex analysis across a broad spectrum of research efforts and develops procedures that ensures the robust performance metrics are maintained

Leads and directs a wide variety of research efforts and follows through with all levels of staff and researchers, both internal and external

Develops and advocates for new systems, processes, and areas in need of enhanced coordination, including areas of scientific research

Develops and presents complex proposals on a broad range of issues to include problem identification, costs, benefits, and options

Serve as bridge between resources, technology delivery, quality assurance, service delivery, and process improvement

Resolve complex project issues that may involve representatives from partner institutions

Guides and directs planning which may include senior campus management, faculty, and/or external constituencies

Assist the PI and Co-PIs with implementing annual budget and oversee and coordinate financial management, planning, reporting, and monitoring of project resources

Resolve complex project issues that may involve representatives from partner institutions

Additional Functions:

Monitors monthly expenditures and ensures compliance with Sponsored Research Agreement

Oversee and manage daily activities of CSS and Institutional Research Administrators including preparing forecasts for planning and reports, monitoring monthly expenditures

Develops business continuity plans and creation of operational guides

Foster positive relationships with research groups creating an environment of innovation, collaboration, and progress

Required Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of campus processes, protocols and procedures.

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of common campus-specific computer applications.

Strong analytical/problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and influence, both verbally and in writing.

Small to mid-level project management skills.

Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.

Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

Education/Training:

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Biological Sciences or related area

4+ years of project coordination or management experience in the biomedical area

Salary & Benefits
This is an exempt, monthly paid position. Annual salary is commensurate with experience.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:
http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California 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, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see: http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct


To apply, visit https://jobsprod.is.berkeley.edu/psp/jobsprod/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=27288&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1





Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.

Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency

jeid-697175f40c18774c9529abeed6162097