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HEARD Research Associate

UCSF Health
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/28/2026
Job Description

Job Function Summary:

Involves analytical studies on a variety of policies, projects, programs and issues in support of a function, research initiative, program and / or organizational unit, or in research of new or changing systems and programs. Assists in policy and program planning, development, administration, management and implementation; interprets, monitors and analyzes information regarding policies and procedures and provides consultative services to department administrators and other stakeholders.

Generic Scope (not customizable, will not be used in the job posting/advertisement) :

Professional who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments / projects / tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action.

Custom Scope (customizable, will be used in the job posting/advertisement) :

Applies professional concepts to conduct analytical studies or projects of moderate scope and complexity to address a variety of policy, research and procedural issues. Fully analyzes issues and problems, gathers data and information, finds and evaluates alternatives and makes sound recommendations.

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Key Responsibilities

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Applies professional or research concepts to perform analysis of data and systems pertaining to moderately complex projects, policies, initiatives, / processes, and / or functions.

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Gathers and assembles analytical and factual data on assigned problems and issues to prepare reports and / or analyses summarizing information on the assigned issues and commenting on other significance for internal or external constituents.

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Prepares, edits and modifies documents including research reports, manuscripts, presentations and proposals.

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Using subject matter knowledge, collects and prepares information for use in discussions, meetings of internal and external constituents.

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On a project basis, performs analytical studies on a variety of policies, research initiatives, programs and issues.

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Provides a variety of analytical duties in support of a function, research initiative, program and / or organizational unit.

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Participates in administrative / research policy and program project planning and development.

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Provides recommendations and guidelines involving programs / initiatives.

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Coordinates program planning and collaboration with program / project staff.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in related area and 1 year of relevant experience; or equivalent experience / training. Working knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs.
  • Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
  • Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
  • Demonstrates ability to analyze, research, and synthesize large amounts of information with strong attention to detail.
  • Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
  • Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques.
  • Excellent word processing and spreadsheet skills
  • Experience and proficiency in policy research methods.
  • Working knowledge and experience with policy research activities, such as outreach, recruitment, interviews, observations, and examination and summary of qualitative or quantitative evidence relevant to policy projects.
  • Ability to interface with and work well in a culturally sensitive manner with diverse communities in the context of community-based research.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in a health care or social scientific field (e.g., MPH, MS, MA)
  • Personal, academic, or professional experience around health equity.
  • Personal, academic, or professional experience with hospice, palliative care, end-of-life care, or grief.
  • Experience working in or conducting research within a healthcare setting or experience and familiarity with healthcare or health policy.
  • Experience working in community-engaged research or at a community-based organization.
  • Experience with policy research analysis methods and tools, including software programs.
  • Experience in academic writing, including experiencing in drafting and editing manuscripts, white papers, research reports and grant proposals.
  • Experience in program evaluation and improvement.
  • Identifies as Black/African American/multiracial/Latino/Hispanic/Asian/Native Hawaiian and/or is fluent in Spanish.
  • Personal, academic, or professional experience around health equity.

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