New

Project and Policy Analysis Supervisor 2

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
USD $86,400.00/Yr. - USD $184,800.00/Yr.
United States, California, Los Angeles
Apr 25, 2026
Department Summary The UCLA Fielding School of Public Health's Department of Biostatistics is home to a stellar team of national andinternational leaders in a wide range of cutting-edge fields, including Bayesian methods, big data, causalinference, statistical computing, data science, functional data analysis, statistical genetics, hierarchical models,HIV/AIDS, image analysis, longitudinal data analysis, multivariate data, phylogeny, spatial statistics, survivalanalysis, and optimal design. This powerhouse of expertise is dedicated to preparing critically thinking graduateswith strong, highly marketable skills through our four biostatistics degree programs: Master of Data Science inHealth (MDSH), the Biostatistics; MPH in Biostatistics; MS in Biostatistics and PhD in Biostatistics. Position Summary The Department of Biostatistics is seeking a dynamic and self-directed individual to grow their Master of Data Science in Health (MDSH) program during a pivotal phase. This is a highly independent position, overseeing day-to-day operations with attention to program growth, quality and efficiency. The incumbent plans, organizes, manages and evaluates all aspects of the MDSH program and other partnerships. The incumbent will develop and maintain strategy and sustainable workflows related to the admissions, marketing and communications, budgeting and finance, academics and programming, program monitoring and evaluation, and related student services. The incumbent will supervise two full time staff and several part-time student positions and work with the department, university administration and academic senate to carry out and apply policies and procedures. This position reports to the Program Director. Launched in fall 2023, the MDSH Program provides advanced training in data management, data analytics, statistical modeling, machine learning, and big data computing for public health professionals. The program is designed for working professionals, with classes held remotely during the week, and in-person one weekend a month at the UCLA campus. The ideal candidate will be familiar with UCLA systems and programming, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be capable of developing operations and strategies to grow the MDSH program. 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* Minimum 5 years experience in a lead, supervisory or management role in an academic institution. (Required) Demonstrated work experience with program development including planning, project management and implementation to accomplish broadly defined goals. (Required) Experience coordinating academic courses, programs and/or events. (Required) Experience identifying and implementing monitoring and evaluation approaches to further program quality and strategy (Required) Demonstrated marketing and communications experience including printing and production of materials. (Required) Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, planning, budget preparation, control and monitoring/trackingexpenses. (Required) Demonstrated working knowledge of university or higher education policies and procedures relatingto accounting, purchasing, travel, academic & staff personnel, financial management and resourcemanagement. (Required) Expertise in computer software applications including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Workingknowledge of database programs. (Required) Strong organizational skills and attention to detail as well as ability to manage multiple projects. (Required) Ability to maintain positive working relationships with many diverse and multi-cultural audiences atall levels and across UCLA and community partners. (Required) Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative relationships and productiveworking relationships with faculty, staff, students, campus entities, outside agencies and the public. (Required) Excellent critical thinking and strategic management skills; proven ability to synthesize largeamounts of complex, qualitative information, formulate and articulate far-reaching policy andprocedural recommendations, and produce quality, professional work. (Required) Proven ability to utilize data from various sources data to produce reports and provide detailedanalysis for budget preparation and fund management (Required) Ability to set and prioritize appropriate short- and long-range organizational and operational goalsby utilizing a consultative and/or participative process, seeking input from faculty, staff, studentsand administrative groups. (Required) Demonstrated English writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce grammatically correctcorrespondence and other communications, reports, marketing materials, brochures, newslettersand other documents related to the program. (Required) Technical knowledge for website and social media design and best practices for the web and socialmedia tools, current and projected trends to monitor and analyze for effective results. (Required) Working knowledge of public health field, skills, and career options (Preferred) Demonstrated working knowledge of online financial systems (similar to UCLA's QDB, OFSR, Oasis,Bruinbuy Plus, etc.) (Preferred) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration orManagement or equivalent combination of education andexperience (Required) Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration orManagement (Preferred) Special Conditions for Employment Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired. Schedule 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Union/Policy Covered 99-Policy Covered Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Project%20and%20Policy%20Analysis%20Supervisor%202%20(41209140)