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Pediatrics Child Health Policy - Project Scientist series
University of California, Los Angeles
Pediatrics Child Health Policy - Project Scientist series
University of California, Los Angeles
 University of California Los Angeles Requisition Number: JPF06043 The Division of Child Health Policy in the Department of Pediatrics of the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is seeking a Project Scientist. The appointment will be in the Project Scientist series; academic rank will be commensurate with experience. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, this position will support the operation and expansion of a national network of life course intervention researchers. The Life Course Intervention Research Network (LCIRN) cultivates and leverages the collective intelligence of a growing and generative life course intervention research community in order to identify new and innovative ways of improving life course trajectories for women and children, with a particular emphasis on reducing health disparities. Roles and responsibilities will entail a combination of administrative and research activities, including: overseeing a participatory process for developing/updating a life course intervention research agenda (LCIRA); working with teams of investigators across research institutions to produce publications and proposals to funders; supporting and carrying out data analysis and the generation of reports, briefs, peer-reviewed papers, and other publications furthering the field of life course intervention research; disseminating findings and other projectrelated information to local, state, and national audiences, through blog posts, webinars, and presentations at meetings and conferences. The position will also lead or support the development and implementation of a training curriculum and scholars program to mentor/train early career life course intervention researchers. The individual in this position serves as a project representative with collaborating departments on campus as well as with key external partners and agencies, and involves collaborating and communicating effiectively with a diverse group of content experts, funders, and other stakeholders at both public and private agencies at the local, state, national, and international levels. This position requires a Ph.D. in a related field (e.g. Public Health, Developmental Psychology) or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years post-doctoral research experience. This is a Non-Senate position. Interested applicants may apply through this link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF06043 The University of California 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, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct. To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF06043 The University of California 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, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction jeid-0def3c196c647b4bba9aa9f876d9c933
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Internal Number: 2093140
UCLA is known worldwide for the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. UCLA offers undergraduate degrees in more than 127 majors and graduate degrees in 198 program areas. UCLA has 11 highly regarded professional schools. Eight are ranked among the nation's top 15 in their field by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA is consistently among the most popular campus in the nation for undergraduate applicants. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union.
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