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University of Southern California Project Coordinator – Program on Medicines and Public Health in Los Angeles, California
Project Coordinator – Program on Medicines and Public HealthApply (https://usc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ExternalUSCCareers/job/Los-Angeles-CA---Health-Sciences-Campus/Project-Coordinator---Program-on-Medicines-and-Public-Health_REQ20156433-1/apply) Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Los Angeles, California
The USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy, is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to support the administrative and research activities for the newly established Program in Medicines and Public Health. This program focuses on the development and expansion of several research initiatives focusing on access to medications, drug utilization and pharmaceutical policy. This position will include coordination and planning of research and programming activities within the program, and will also involve scientific components; namely, to co-write scientific manuscripts and grants.
Essential Job Functions:
Coordinating and planning meetings
Researching funding opportunities and identifying support agencies
Coordinating and engaging with specialized grant writers
Preparing and tracking grant application materials
Managing timelines and deliverables
Tracking the results
Analyzing financial data
Preparing grant report materials
Interfacing with financial analysts
Planning and implementing grant-supported projects
Developing an evaluation method to assess program strengths and
Coordinating communication among faculty, staff, and students
Assisting in writing scientific reports and manuscripts
Manage the submission of manuscripts to scientific journals
Maintain website
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Knowledge of research design and experience with research projects.
Excellent writing skills, particularly scientific writing (professional journals, posters, summaries, etc.)
Excellent computer literacy: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint.
Knowledge of WordPress is helpful.
Highly organized with a high degree of attention to detail.
Ability to follow and communicate complex instructions and directions.
Ability to plan, prioritize and schedule multiple work assignments.
Ability to follow-up and resolve problems arising from routine situations.
Ability to analyze and present data in graphs and spreadsheets
Good public relations -- good interpersonal skills with managers and administrative staff.
Highly professional demeanor, ability to provide a good representation of USC to outside sources and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Preferred Education:
- Master’s Degree highly desirable. A minimum of two years of experience working in research-related projects required.
The hourly rate range for this position is $39.00 - $42.56. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
The position is available for 1-year and renewable contingent on successful progress and available funding.
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 2 years Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Related experience with specialized research and/or programs (e.g., counseling, teaching). Ability to analyze and evaluate data, and present findings. Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills, able to problem solve and lead conflict resolutions. Ability to interpret and apply policies/analyses/trends.
REQ20156433 Posted Date: 10/29/2024
