Strategic Research Programs Administrator

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health Sciences is a top-ranking organization within the UC system, responsible for overseeing research programs under the Vice Dean of Research in the School of Medicine Dean's Office. The role focuses on administering programs, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, and supporting governance activities.

The incumbent will monitor outcomes, propose solutions, and help implement improvements in partnership with senior leadership, ensuring compliance with administrative,

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in related area; training or experience in research administration preferred.
• Three or more years of relevant experience in research programs or academic administration.
• Strong ability to analyze data, prepare proposals and synthesize large information sets.
• Demonstrated organizational, project management, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Discretion, confidentiality, and ability to multi-task under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of administrative, budgetary, HR and financial principles; fundraising experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers and evaluates a portfolio of ongoing research programs and strategic initiatives.
• Monitors program effectiveness, coordinates stakeholders, and supports governance activities.
• Evaluates outcomes, recommends solutions, and implements improvements with the Vice Dean of Research.
• Oversees operations for SOM Dean's Office programs and organizes conferences and forums.

Skills

Advanced degree

3+ years experience

Analytical & data synthesis

Organizational & project management

Written & verbal communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

Advanced degree in related area

Job description

UC San Diego Health Sciences is a top-ranking organization within the UC system, responsible for overseeing research programs under the Vice Dean of Research in the School of Medicine Dean's Office. The role focuses on administering programs, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, and supporting governance activities.

The incumbent will monitor outcomes, propose solutions, and help implement improvements in partnership with senior leadership, ensuring compliance with administrative,