Department Summary
The Epidemiology department in the Fielding School of Public Health is a national leader in preparing a new generation of epidemiologists. Through specialized methodologies, epidemiologists identify, track, and analyze how diseases and other conditions are caused, transmitted, and prevented, as well as how they are distributed throughout the population. Such information plays a critical role in guiding policies and other evidence-based strategies to promote health and work toward health equity. The vital importance of epidemiologic research was highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, in which epidemiologists have helped to track outbreaks and provide guidance on how the virus spreads in community settings.
Position Summary
Looking for a self-motivated, dedicated problem-solver, detail-oriented, collaborative, and reliable individual to support our departments mission. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with expertise at analyzing, planning, and accomplishing goals and objectives within an academic unit.
Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications
1-2 years in contract and grant administration in an academic setting. (Preferred)
1-2 years Strong understanding of grant/contract regulations and standard proposal requirements required. (Preferred)
1-2 years Preparation, submission, and management of contracts and grants. (Preferred)
Experience in University policies, practices, and procedures pertaining to accounting transactions andinternal controls. Experience in contract and grant administration in an academic setting. (Required)
Well-established track record of contributing to the preparation, and successful competition for externalfunding opportunities, as well as outstanding verbal and written communication skills. (Required)
Experience in University contract and grant pre and postaward, budgeting and accounting policies and procedures. Familiarity with federal rules and regulations as pertains to the administration of higher education grants. (Preferred)
Experience in University policies, practices, and procedures pertaining to accounting transactions andinternal controls. (Required)
Experience with proposal submission process in order to advise staff and faculty on how to complete forms andprocess through appropriate channels. (Preferred)
Experience in campus administrative units and their services, role, and responsibilities; ability to contact them appropriately to obtain needed information, troubleshoot, and resolve issues. (Required)
Ability to effectively work under pressure, use independent judgment and produce quality work product within tight time constraints. Ability to handle sensitive materials and confidential information with discretion and tact. (Required)
Excellent skill in setting priorities to meet rigorous deadlines and reflect accurately the relative importance of job duties and assignments. Flexibility to respond effectively to changing priorities and fluctuating workloads. (Required)
Demonstrated skill to write clear, precise, detailed, comprehensive and grammatically correct letters, memos, reports and training material. Ability to plan, organize and give group presentations to provide information or explain relevant policies and procedures. (Required)
Interpersonal skills to maintain cooperative and effective working relations with faculty, students and other administrators. Skill in working as a team member. (Required)
Working knowledge of university systems such as but not limited to: BruinBuy+, OFSR, PATH, Concur, University databases, knowledge of UCLA department policies and accounting processes and general knowledge of purchasing practices. (Required)
Demonstrated skill in budgetary analysis and control which includes reconciling ledgers and monitoring expenditures. (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Business Administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required)
Special Conditions for Employment
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
Schedule
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Union/Policy Covered
CX-Clerical & Allied Services
Complete Position Description
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