Project Policy Analyst 4
Job Summary Serves as a central point of contact and expertise ensuring seamless communication, collaboration, and
alignment of program objectives. Provides strategic guidance and operational support to ensure program
effectiveness and responsiveness for the California Statewide AHEC programs/ initiatives. Facilitates the
development, execution, and refinement of initiatives aimed in line with the organization's goals.
Works independatly to assess relevent grant funding opportunities in support of the California Statewide AHEC
program as well as research and service initiatives. The scope of responsibility for this position will also focus on
writing (preparing) grants for submission, working closely with the P.I., program manager and the Office of
Sponsored Research to complete grant process; play a significant proactive and creative role in applying
effective interpersonal skills and available technology to facilitate and expedite the integration, communication
and coordination of all information and activities related to research. Other responsibilities include leading a
committee on data management, assisting and interfacing with local, state and national partners as it relates to
grant funding research and its effectivness. The incumbent will initiate, collect and report data on all activities
the California Statewide AHEC program is collecting from the AHEC centers across the state. 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 UCSF Fresno is a regional campus of UCSF located in the Central San Joaquin Valley and is administered by the Office of the Associate Dean in Fresno. Programs and affiliations of the UCSF Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy and Dentistry are administered by UCSF Fresno. The UCSF Fresno Medical Education Program (MEP), the largest component, offers undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate training programs with particular emphasis on primary care clinical disciplines.
The California Statewide AHEC Program, a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) funded
program, housed at UCSF Fresno seeks to train health professions students and residents in community health
centers and other community based sites caring for the underserved populations of California; to offer continuing
education to practicing health professionals in underserved sites and to develop interest in and knowledge of
health careers through K-12 programs for underrepresented minorities and other disadvantaged students. These
activities support the mission to improve access to and the quality of health care for medically underserved
populations of California using academic-community partnerships for health education and health workforce
training.
The mission of the California Area Health Education Center (AHEC) is to improve access to and the quality of, health care for medically underserved populations of California using academic-community partnerships for health education and health workforce training. The California AHEC supports community-based recruitment, training, and retention of health professionals. It seeks to identify, educate, and place health professionals with appropriate cultural and linguistic skills in underserved communities and does so through development and maintenance of partnerships with community organizations, educational institutions, and health care service organizations. The California AHEC Program provides funding for primary care community-based education and training programs and supports training sites located in medically underserved areas of the state.
The AHEC Scholars program enables high-potential students in health professions to explore primary care with an emphasis on community health and to practice in medically underserved communities. This longitudinal, interdisciplinary Scholars Program is divided into three components (community-oriented education, clinical training, and a community-based health project) that supplement students' existing health training programs over the duration of two academic years. Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in research and manuscript preparation
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in grant writing and grant preparation
- Academic background and experience in selected area of research
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced
- analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results
- Strong ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers, managers and
- Teams
- Proven program planning and management of projects
- Driver's License (U08): Must maintain valid CA DL and clean DMV record
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum 4+ years of experience in graduate medical education
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 Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Additional Shift Details Monday-Friday 8am-5pm |
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
Nov 14, 2025