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Job Name
Chief Operating Officer of the Quantitative Biosciences Institute
Department
3360010 - P Quantitative Bioscience Ins
Position type
Full Time
Workplace
Fully On-Site
Primary Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Job ID
CONV_88201BR

Description & Requirements

Job Description
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI) at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) serves as the Institute’s senior administrative and operational leader and principal partner to the Institute Director. The COO provides strategic and operational leadership across all administrative, financial, and operational functions, ensuring effective execution of QBI’s research, translational, educational, and strategic initiatives.

Reporting to the Institute Director for programmatic matters and with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Vice Dean of Finance and Administration in the UCSF School of Pharmacy, the COO plays a critical role in providing structure, continuity, and operational rigor within a complex and evolving academic research environment.

 
May require travel (~15-20% of the time) to scientific events and discussions


The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of 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 $144,200 - $350,000 (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

Qualifications
Required Qualifications: - Terminal degree in a related area (PhD, JD, MD, etc.) and / or equivalent experience / training required - Minimum 8 years of related experience - Minimum 7 years of experience as lead/supervisor/manager, demonstrated leadership of scientific and administrative operations in an academic research or industry organization - Management experience in academic and / or government agencies, or leadership in biopharma - Academic or research background and recognized expertise in selected area - Executive business management experience and contract negotiation skills - Strong negotiation skills and verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence / persuade all levels of staff - Skills in organization and customer service to effectively manage multiple important priorities Preferred Qualifications: - Strong fundraising experience - Academic background and recognized expertise in multiple disciplines of research - Demonstrated expertise with program building within a leading academic institution and administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices - Expert ability to work with dynamic and diverse group of faculty, staff and students - Ability to manage collaborations between academia, industrial and / or governmental agencies
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 https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , 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 https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EEO Statement
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code
ACAD PRG MGR 2 (000389)
Assignment Category
Contract
IAP Level
None
Job Family
Research Administration
Campus 1
Mission Bay (SF)
Campus 2
Mission Bay (SF)
Campus 3
Mission Bay (SF)
Percentage (%)
NaN
Shift Length
8 hours
Shift Type
Day
Bargaining Unit
99
Additional Shift Details
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
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