Job Description
Research Manager - Center for Innovation
UC Hastings
San Francisco, CA
Job details
Salary
$59,998 a year
Job Type
Contract
Full Job Description
RESEARCH MANAGER
CENTER FOR INNOVATION
Classification: Level 1 / Class Code 2038 / Full-Time or Part-Time / Exempt / Benefited
Hiring Salary Rate: $59,998 annually (commensurate with qualifications)
THE ROLE
The Center for Innovation at the University of California Hastings College of the Law seeks a Research Manager to support the Center's research and to work directly with Professor Robin Feldman. The research and writing topics will relate largely to legislative and regulatory reform of health care pricing and access, but may also include intellectual property, artificial intelligence, information integrity, and other topics.
The ideal applicant will have current college or graduate level knowledge of the research techniques necessary to conduct novel research. The position is well-suited for a candidate intending to continue on to additional graduate work in 1-2 years. Ideal applicants will have the opportunity to influence policy and public discussion through their data analysis and writing.
This is a temporary contract appointment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Typical duties and responsibilities consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
Writing sections of white papers and academic research;
Writing reports of results for funders and policymakers;
Editing papers designed for peer-reviewed or law journal publications;
Designing and implementing research plans;
REQUIREMENTS
Experience with research;
Experience with or ability to learn legal research databases such as Westlaw and Lexis;
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, including grammar, spelling and punctuation;
Must be energetic, articulate, detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment;
As with many startups, the Center offices are set up as an open, cooperative workspace, rather than individual offices. The Research Manager must be comfortable with that working environment.
BENEFITS
Health and Welfare Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare and dependent care expenses
Employee Assistance Program
For your Financial Future
Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
University of California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
Deferred Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement Savings Programs
For your Work/Life Balance
Fifteen paid holidays per year
Generous vacation and sick leave
Commuter Benefits Program
THE HIRING PROCESS
This position has been designated as “sensitive” and requires a pre-employment background check.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. Depending on the quality and number of the applications received, only the better qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview. The position is open until filled.
The skills listed above are comprehensive, and we understand there are great candidates who possess only a subset of those skills, or who have other important skills. If you match some of these skills, please do not hesitate to apply.
UC Hastings College of the Law is an equal opportunity employer. UC Hastings strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Hastings College of the Law is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.