Project Director
Job Summary ANSIRH seeks a Project Director with strong research administration and implementation skills to direct the
planning, implementation, and dissemination of several research projects led by Principal Investigator Dr. Daniel
Grossman. The Project Director is responsible for overseeing the implementation of multiple research studies on
complex issues related to abortion and contraception, and the impact of federal and state policy on peoples'
lives. Of particular focus will be to explore the feasibility of over-the-counter access to medication abortion which
will utilize innovative methodologies for study design and recruitment, data collection, and analysis of qualitative
and quantitative study findings. The primary responsibility of this position will be administrative and
management focused, including facilitating budget planning and reporting for multiple projects, managing staff,
research partners, and other collaborators. This person will serve as the primary liaison to the PI and supervise
day-to-day activities of a research portfolio.
Key responsibilities of the Project Director position include:
Study planning and implementation: In collaboration with the Principal Investigator and study team, develops
and oversees the implementation of new research and related processes. Ensures that all aspects of research
studies are managed and completed according to developed study systems and protocols, including study design
and tool development and IRB approval and renewal for studies. Exercises judgment in selecting the appropriate
methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining high-quality results.
Study site relationship management: Initiates and maintains relationships with study sites, including conducting
site visits, providing training and ongoing technical support to study sites, ensuring study sites are implementing
research protocols correctly, and serving as the sites' main study contact.-Data collection: Overseas
administering of surveys with patients, clinicians, and other stakeholders to explore experiences with abortion
receipt and denial, contraceptive feature preferences, and other outcomes
Project management and team supervision: Creates study timelines and task lists, trains and supervises team
members in carrying out specific tasks, manages budgets of multiple grant sources for projects, and provides
overall project quality assurance.
Budget management and coordination: overseas all proposals budgets and budgets status reports, adjusts
budget planning according to project activities and timelines, and works with sponsors, UCSF contracts office(s),
and vendors to facilitate payments, subcontracts and billing. Collaborate on fundraising and proposal
development.
Dissemination of findings: Contributes to completed study reports and manuscripts, presents study results to
external stakeholders, and develops plans to disseminate key findings to larger policy and general audiences.In
your cover letter, please describe your demonstrated commitment to reproductive justice, health, and/or policy,
your experience with project management, and your availability. 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 $102,400 - $156,000 (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 Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Reproductive Sciences
The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Reproductive Sciences (ObGyn & RS) is a major academic
department in the School of Medicine committed to providing quality health care services, educating health care
providers and investigators, and conducting research to advance knowledge in our field. The Department is
nationally recognized for research and training in women's health care specialties. This position is based at the
Department's San Francisco General Hospital (SFGH) Division, a large teaching, research, and clinical site. The
SFGH Division of Ob-Gyn & RS is home to ~40 faculty, 8 non-faculty academics, and 110 staff; fellows,
residents, and other trainees; and the Bixby Center for Global Reproductive Health. The SFGH division has an
annual budget of over $70M. Our mission in the SFGH Division of Ob-Gyn & RS is to promote justice, quality,
and equity in women's health care. We seek to eliminate barriers to good health for women in San Francisco and
around the world. We are committed to building and supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to
understand and address the impact of structural inequities on sexual and reproductive health.
Reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities are available as part of the application and
interview processes. If you would like to request accommodations, please contact the recruiter or hiring
manager. If workplace accommodations are needed after a job offer is made, please contact the supervisor
and/or Disability Management Services (DMS) at (415) 476-2621 to initiate the interactive process. Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in public health, social science, or related area and five (5) or more years of experience in research implementation, public health, reproductive health, or related area; and/or equivalent experience/training. reproductive health, or related area.
- Advanced knowledge of common organizational- or research-specific and other computer application programs.
- Experience gathering, synthesizing, and presenting evidence for various audiences, including non-academic audiences
- Experience in research design, implementation or management
- Experience with human subjects applications to Institutional Review Boards
- Experience writing research reports and journal articles
- Experience working in sexual and reproductive health provision, policy or research
- Experience and advanced knowledge of research implementation
- Budget management experience and skills
- Grant proposal writing and fund development knowledge and skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and influence, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
- Advanced project management skills.
- Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
- Advanced analytical / problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in pubic health, social science, demography, and/ or related area and / or equivalent experience / training
- Experience managing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data
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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Job Code and Payroll Title 007399 PROJECT POLICY ANL 4 Job Category Administrative Support, Professional (Non-Clinical) Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Location San Francisco, CA Additional Shift Details M-F, 8:30am-5:00pm. Fully offsite (remote) |
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
Oct 18, 2025