Director of Impact Evaluation
Job Summary *This is a contracted position and will end in 2 years from the date of hire
Amend at UCSF in the UCSF Division of Health Equity and Society seeks to recruit a Director of Implementation and Research to manage all aspects of Amend's programmatic research and evaluation portfolio focused on public health-inspired prison transformation in the U.S.
The Director of Implementation and Research will be assigned a broad spectrum of research program development, analytical, and management duties that will require knowledge and experience in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice, conditions of confinement in U.S. jails and prisons, public health, occupational health, social movements; as well as superb and independent skills in research, writing, organization, and communication. The successful candidate will co-lead and manage scholarly research efforts and program evaluation responsibilities for the Amend program, with support and mentorship from the program's PI. The successful administration of this research program requires an ability to partner effectively with diverse stakeholders, including high-ranking appointed and elected government officials, carceral system leaders and managers, prison staff, and incarcerated people and their advocates. The Director of Implementation and Research must be able to collaboratively develop, plan, and implement innovative research and evaluation efforts, including developing and organizing IRBS, overseeing data collection and management, designing quantitative and qualitative research aimed at evaluating the program's impact on a host of health and criminal justice outcomes experienced by both incarcerated people and people who work inside prisons. The position requires leading the design, coordination, analysis, and dissemination of the research and evaluation program with multiple partnering correctional institutions, including staff oversight and responsibility (with support from the PI) for all research and evaluation for the Amend program. The successful candidate will support and supervise research data analysts, and assist Amend's program managers in conducting internal process and outcome evaluations to enhance technical assistance in prisons.
The successful candidate's primary responsibilities will include developing, implementing, and growing scholarly research and program evaluation efforts for Amend. In this role, he/she will: co-develop and oversee the Amend team's implementation of research protocols, across multiple states and international jurisdictions, to assess the impacts of pilot interventions and policy changes that occur as a result of Amend's engagement with state policymakers who partner with Amend. This includes leading instrument development, organizing and performing mixed-methods data collection, qualitative and quantitative analysis, producing diverse types of scholarly manuscripts, applying for grants, and contributing to strategic dissemination of research findings (e.g. internal presentations, memorandums, and legislative testimony) that advance policy changes, programmatic reforms, and advocacy at state and national levels.
The Director of Implementation and Research will produce and maintain research protocols with the UCSF Institutional Review Board and other state agencies as necessary, and train data analysts and other Amend staff to become proficient in IRB management. The Director will also work with the PI in identifying and submitting applications for relevant grant opportunities. The successful candidate will be expected to first author multiple publications in high-impact academic journals each academic year and support junior colleagues and academic collaborators in producing academic scholarship on prison reform and human rights. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $105,900 - $166,900 (Annual Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description The UCSF Division of Health Equity and Society (HES) at San Francisco General Hospital is part of the UCSF Department of Medicine. The Division of HES carries out innovative research to prevent and treat chronic disease in populations for whom social conditions often conspire to both promote various chronic diseases and make their management more challenging. The Division of HES is home to the Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative (BHHI) which provides accurate, timely policy-oriented research about homelessness for local, state, and national policymakers and practitioners. The Division is also home to Amend a public health and human rights-focused program that works in prisons and jails to reduce the debilitating health effects of these facilities on residents and staff alike, while simultaneously joining policymakers and community leaders to demand a better, new system of accountability and healing with human rights and health at its center. Required Qualifications
- Terminal degree in a related area (PhD, JD, MD, etc.) and/or equivalent experience/training required.
- Academic background and 5+ years of progressive experience in selected areas of research.
- Advanced oral and written communication skills.
- Advanced ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
- Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
- Advanced ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
- Specialized knowledge in law, mixed-methods research, public policy, and human rights
- Strong reputation and credibility with diverse stakeholder groups in prison reform, such as government policymakers, community advocates, and academic researchers.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge of IRB requirements and conducting ethical research
- Highly skilled fundraising and grant writing experience.
About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Job Code and Payroll Title 000378 ACAD PRG MGT OFCR 4 Job Category Professional (Non-Clinical) Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Location San Francisco, CA Campus Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG) Additional Shift Details M-F 8am-5pm and as needed |
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Dec 22, 2024