YAAH Research Coordinator (7397U), Berkeley Public Health - #73940

Job ID : 73940

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Location : Main Campus-Berkeley

Full / Part Time : Full Time

About Berkeley :

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included.

Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

• The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence;
• the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice;

and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

Departmental Overview :

Berkeley Public Health (BPH) aims to improve population health, especially for the most vulnerable populations, through interdisciplinary collaborations, preeminent education, and transformational research.

Innovations for Youth (i4Y) is a cross-disciplinary, innovative research hub addressing issues of youth equity through collaborative research, training, and community engagement.

Position Summary :

The YAAH Lab Coordinator / Project Policy Analyst (PPA) is a core member of Youth and Allies Against Homelessness. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting multiple research projects for the YAAH lab, in collaboration with Professor Auerswald, the Principal Investigator, as well as post-doctoral scholars, graduate students, and undergraduates.

Responsibilities :

• Supports administrative tasks associated with managing the research lab, including coordinating internal and external communications and meetings.
• Contributes to coordinating quantitative research activities, including survey development and managing data transmission and storage.
• Contributes to coordinating qualitative research activities, including recruiting and scheduling research participants for focus groups.
• Provides support for the coordination and management of community interns.
• Collaborates on the preparation of documents including research reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Supports the development of grants, proposals, and contracts.
• Participates in workshops, trainings, and other professional development activities.
• Other responsibilities that may be assigned.

Required Qualifications :

• Working knowledge of common organization- or research-specific computer application programs.
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and strong initiative.
• Experience in community-based research.
• Committed to supporting undergraduate students and community interns.
• Experience with qualitative OR quantitative data collection and analysis.
• Demonstrated commitment to and passion for addressing the needs of vulnerable populations.
• Knowledge of data management systems for research data.

Education / Training :

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

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience developing grant proposals and managing contracts.
• Knowledge of Qualtrics.

Salary & Benefits :

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $32.50 - $37.50.

How to Apply :

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information :

This position is eligible for up to 40% remote work.

Conviction History Background :

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

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