Project Analyst / Hybrid - 136998

This position is a contract / limited position with the possibility of extension / career conversion.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 10 / 13 / 2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 10 / 23 / 2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of onsite on campus and remote work.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health Sciences is a top ranking, future oriented organization. The Health Sciences academic enterprise is comprised of the School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health.

Within the UC San Diego School of Medicine, there are 20 departments, 1,700+ faculty, 600+ students, and 1,000+ residents and fellows. We offer challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. We are looking for top talent that possess the personal characteristics of integrity, strategic thinking, intellectual curiosity, collaboration and teamwork. The Office of the Dean embraces and follows a progressive philosophy of career-path development for its employees.

The SOM Dean's Office Business Affairs office is responsible for the business and financial operations for the School of Medicine Dean's Office. This includes School of Medicine initiatives, tripartite mission integration, funds flow planning, standards development, overall financial operations, and business partnerships with the School of Medicine Departments and UC San Diego Health.

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Project Analyst to provide programmatic and project support to various initiatives that are linked to the School of Medicine's missions of education, research, and clinical care. Under the direction of the Business Initiatives Manager, the incumbent performs a full range of comprehensive project development, planning, scheduling, implementation, and evaluation of SOM programs and initiatives. This includes administration and coordination of international scholar and philanthropic educational programs, managing the end-to-end scholar experience from application coordination and onboarding of incoming scholars to program evaluation and financial reconciliation. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively across departments and campus stakeholders, and with international partners, making a meaningful impact on the success of the program. The incumbent uses skills and knowledge as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of analytical practices, policies and procedures to develop and manage complex, diverse projects. This position will coordinate across clients and related partners and serve as the key liaison to various internal and external clients and stakeholders.

The Project Analyst role is ideal for someone who thrives in a cross-functional environment and enjoys collaborating with diverse stakeholders. While performing their duties, the incumbent must demonstrate a high degree of professionalism in a rapidly changing, time-sensitive environment. This requires the incumbent to use discretion and have an understanding of complex and sensitive issues, utilize independent judgment, possess strong organizational skills and the ability to be flexible as priorities demand. The incumbent will proactively anticipate needs, set priorities, analyze and develop solutions to a wide range of issues, and meet deadlines. Applies professional concepts to conduct analytical studies to address a variety of policy, research and procedural issues. Develops new programs, policies or procedures for possible implementation.

Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of analytical practices, policies and procedures; researches, analyzes and develops solutions to a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Primarily deals with policies, programs and proposals which are complex in nature and diverse in scope. Develops new programs, policies or procedures for possible implementation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Seven years of related experience, education / training, OR an Bachelor's degree in related area plus three years of related experience / training.

Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs. Advanced computer and technical skills using a variety of applications and systems.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

Analytical / problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience in recognizing potential problems, independently resolve, evaluate and suggest solutions and recommendations, and develop and initiate plans to complete goals and assignments efficiently and effectively.

Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals / analyses.

Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.

Strong policy analysis techniques.

Experience utilizing and implementing project management approaches and tools, monitoring all aspects of assigned projects from development through implementation, and creating work plans and timelines to ensure timely completion of projects.

Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and ability to work effectively, both independently and in a team environment, to follow through with superior attention to detail, and to complete tasks in a timely manner by a specified deadline.

Proven ability to learn quickly, adapt to new environments and work with minimal direction.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range : $71,600 - $127,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : $34.29 - $61.02

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).