Administrator

Job Description

Job Summary:

Independently oversees a comprehensive communications program for a unit or school with moderately complex communications requirements. The communications program usually includes written, visual, digital and electronic communications. Works with management to develop and execute organizational communication and market branding strategy. Designs and implements information campaigns.

Kavli IFN is seeking a detail-oriented, organized Administrator with a strong background in scientific communication to assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and managing events and functions, including symposiums, conferences, programs events, and community-building activities. The Administrator will utilize comprehensive experience in creating and editing content for the web and developing and implementing scientific communications for the Institute. The successful candidate will execute all operations and financial management of the Institute.

Department Overview:

Kavli Institute for Fundamental Neuroscience is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Administrator with a strong background in scientific communication to assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and managing events and functions, including symposiums, conferences, programs events, and community-building activities. The Administrator will utilize comprehensive experience in creating and editing content for the web and developing and implementing scientific communications for the Institute. The successful candidate will execute all operations and financial management of the Institute. The Kavli Institute for Fundamental Neuroscience (Kavli IFN) is a central organizing force for neuroscience research at UCSF and our partner institutions. Kavli IFN is building bridges to colleagues in complementary fields both within UCSF and across UCSF and the Bay Area National Laboratories. KIFN resides in the Department of Physiology.

Qualifications

Required: - Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. - Minimum 3 years of related experience - Knowledge of all aspects of communications, including strategic planning for various media venues, technical aspects and requirements of various venues, and most appropriate and effective applications. - Knowledge and understanding of technical applications to effectively direct technical staff, or personally perform technical work, including design concepts, various media, and applications. - Knowledge of the organization, its achievements, mission, vision, goals, policies, practices, infrastructure, and a strong knowledge of current affairs, and issues in higher education and / or health sciences. - Solid skills to create, develop, and implement comprehensive long and short term strategic communications plans. - Knowledge and skills to advise and consult with management to ensure delivery of the desired message to the target and / or broad general audiences. - Solid written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening and political acumen skills. - Knowledge of location protocols and channels for communication internally and externally. Preferred: - Academic background and experience in selected area of research

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.