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Scientific Project Manager

University of California
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Full Time Days 8 Hours M-F 40hrs/wkly

The Scientific Project Manager will be embedded within the research team as a leader and will work closely with PIs, lab managers, and funding institutions. You will act as a central node for all project operations and scientific communication, ensuring that scientific goals are met on time and on budget and that results are shared to the highest standards of Open Science.

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 $72,000 - $154,600 (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

  • Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
  • Minimum 3 years of experience
  • Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple parallel workflows in a fast-paced environment
  • Comprehensive understanding of scientific research processes, familiarity with principles of open science, experience with budget and resource management
  • Analytical / problem-solving skill
  • Strong skills in analyzing, researching and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals / analyses
  • Strong track record in project management, preferably with experience in biomedical research and/or interdisciplinary or collaborative research teams
  • Strong policy analysis techniques
  • PhD in biomedical sciences, neuroscience, or related discipline
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Salary : $72,000 - $154,600

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