Program Manager for the Integrative and Functional Medicine Fellowship

University of California - Irvine Health; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine Health is seeking a Program Manager for the Integrative and Functional Medicine Fellowship (IFMF) to oversee operations, coordinate curriculum initiatives, and support educational goals while aligning with institutional priorities.

The role requires independent judgment, strong communication, and extensive experience in health professions education programs. A Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience are expected; a related master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent experience / training.
• At least 7 years of experience and/or relevant work experience.
• Advanced knowledge of health professions education program curriculum and requirements.
• Excellent communicator with verbal and written skills and discretion.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; able to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate program activities and support curriculum and educational initiatives.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure effective implementation of program goals and requirements.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and long-term program development.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of health Profins

Excellent communicator

Advanced interpersonal skills

Advanced organizational and project mg

Diversity stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related area

Master's degree in related area

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute (SSIHI), part of UCI Health and the Susan & Henry College of Health Sciences, works to transform healthcare through the practice of integrative health by conducting rigorous research, promoting evidence-based treatment modalities, educating the public on well-being practices, providing individualized, patient-centered clinical care, and providing services to the community that focus on obtaining optimal health.

Your Role on the Team

The Integrative and Functional Medicine Fellowship (IFMF) is a nationally visible, multi-cohort academic program requiring specialized program management, independent coordination, and ongoing program development. The Program Manager is responsible for the comprehensive management and operational oversight of the IFMF, including coordinating program activities, supporting curriculum and educational initiatives, managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring effective implementation of program goals and requirements. The incumbent works independently with a high degree of judgment and accountability to manage the day-to-day and long‑term operational needs of a complex and growing academic program, identify opportunities for program enhancement, manage student enrollment, and ensure alignment with institutional priorities, academic standards, and applicable program requirements.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Advanced knowledge relevant policies and regulatory requirements. Advanced knowledge of a health professions education program curriculum and requirements. Maintains a broad range of expertise in health professions education and industry best practices.


• Advanced knowledge of administrative analysis and operations research. Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills to develop and implement complex processes and systems improving program quality and efficiency and reducing cost.


• Excellent communicator; includes verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising skills. Ability to handle sensitive personal information with appropriate discretion and judgment.


• Advanced interpersonal skills. Skills to work collaboratively coordinate and integrate with others throughout the organization. Successful experience working with people with a wide range of backgrounds and skills.


• Advanced organizational and project management skills. Ability to lead a team, prioritize personal and team tasks and see projects through from inception to completion on schedule. Advanced personal organization skills and ability to apply to administration of the entire program including organizing critical files for compliance.


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


• At least 7 years of experience and/or relevant work experience

Preferred:

• In-depth knowledge of educational software and technologies to promote a wide‑range of teaching and learning goals.


• In-depth knowledge of data management, documentation methods used in investigating and presenting findings about the program.


• In-depth knowledge of integrative and/or functional medicine practices.


• Master's degree in related area

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan


• Employment Misconduct*


• Legal Right to work in the United States


• Vaccination Policies


• Smoking and Tobacco Policy


• Drug Free Environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act


• E-Verify


• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization