Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI)

Full Time

78410BR

Job Summary

The QBI Partnerships & Development Lead will be tasked with conceiving and directing the day-to-day functioning of the QBI, managing the outside collaborations, reporting to the supervising bodies (QBI faculty directors and governing bodies) and expanding the visibility of the Institute. They will be the main initiator and catalyst for bringing outside investments and industry programs to the QBI, thus promoting steady expansion of its programs and research operations.

This position requires discretion and independent judgment as well as working autonomously when problem solving operational issues that are highly sensitive or complex in nature. He/she will need to possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. The candidate must have the ability to work as a reliable and flexible member of a team handling multiple responsibilities in a very fast paced environment of shifting priorities. Must be a team player with a "can do" attitude.

NOTE: This is one year Full- Time Contract role.

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

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Department Description

QBI is an institute at UCSF that seeks transformative results in biomedicine; QBI supports fundamental quantitative research in the biological sciences. The Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI) fosters collaborations across the biomedical and the physical sciences, seeking quantitative methods to address pressing problems in biology and biomedicine. Motivated by problems of human disease, QBI is committed to investigating fundamental biological mechanisms, because ultimately solutions to many diseases have been revealed by unexpected discoveries in the basic sciences.

Required Qualifications

• Terminal degree in a related area (PhD, JD, MD, etc.) and/or equivalent experience/training required.
• Minimum 6 years of related experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a lead/supervisor/manager.
• Academic background and recognized expertise in multiple disciplines of research.
• Expert oral and written communication skills; ability to convey complex concepts to multiple audiences including across scientific researchers, industry, the media, and the public.
• Expert ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
• Expert problem-solving skills and ability to work with dynamic and diverse group of faculty, staff, students, philanthropists, and industry/venture capital partners to achieve results.
• Ability to work in ambiguous conditions, and develop relationships, systems and processes to advance organizational goals.
• Availability to travel 30% both domestically and internationally in service of these relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience in academic or in pharmaceutical companies, biotech companies, consulting firms, or venture capital.
• Demonstrated expertise in building collaborations between academia, industry and/or governmental agencies and venture capital.
• Demonstrated expertise with program building within a leading academic institution and administrative, budgetary, human resources, and financial principles and practices.
• Experience cultivating relationships with executives and industry partners to create engagement.
• Managerial experience and proven success in managing a complex research or academic program(s).
• Strong fundraising experience.
• 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.

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 our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, 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 at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

006083 ACAD PRG MGR 1

Job Category

Research and Scientific, Supervisory / Management

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Contract

Percentage

100%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM