Community and Collaborator Engagement Program Manager

The incumbent will independently manage and provide technical direction in conjunction with faculty program directors for the new Community and Collaborator Engagement program within the UC Davis Clinical and Translational Science Center (CTSC). This program provides cross-cutting education, consultation, and research activities to meaningfully co-develop and co-execute research to improve outcomes for the many communities in which the CTSC serves. To ensure that health data, discoveries and implementations are responsive to the concern and lived experiences in our society, the Community and Collaborator Engagement focuses on integrating these perspectives in biomedical, clinical, and applied health research. This work is highly interdisciplinary and the program leverages participation from faculty, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds. The program will coordinate and interact with other stakeholder outreach and engagement programs at UC Davis, including but not limited to the Comprehensive Cancer Center, Environmental Health Science Center, Alzheimer Disease Center, MIND Institute, the UC Davis Office of Public Scholarship and Engagement, and the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion across the UC Davis Health catchment area. The director will be supervised administratively by the Directors/PIs of the CTSC in a matrix environment. Scientific oversight will be provided by the CTSC PIs and the faculty directors and leads. The program director will develop goals, policies, and procedures for the program and participate in their implementation and strategic administration directly and through oversight of professional program staff.
The program director will be responsible for prioritizing tasks, participating in analyses of data and presentation of findings, interpreting results, and drafting summary reports and papers. He/she will work with investigators, staff, mentees, administrators, and directors of other centers on research-related tasks including collecting and analyzing data, working with their counterparts in other CTSA institutions nation-wide, and participating as co-author manuscripts for publication in scientific journals. Deliverables include, but are not limited to:
1) developing strategies and plans for program communications and outreach; 2) providing consultations and mentorship to scholars, fellows, and faculty across the UC Davis clinical and translational research enterprise; 3) increasing research collaborations on community engaged methods; 3) accelerating integration of communities in all phases of translational research; and 4) providing platforms to facilitate research in collaboration at UCD and as a hub for national activities; 5) identifying, adapting, creating, and disseminating innovative tools, services, workshops, and public events; 6) developing and maintaining relationships with external partners and advisory boards, and representing the program to outside agencies and the public; 7) Monitoring and evaluating program progress and recommending changes to content and strategy as required to ensure success; 8) providing administrative supervision of professional staff.

Apply By Date: 2/6/2026 by 11:59 PM

Minimum Qualifications – For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Doctorate in related area and/or equivalent experience and training in public health, social science or related field.
• At least five (5) years serving in an academic, government, or large non-profit environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Standard English, and expert interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with faculty and staff across the institution and community stakeholders with mutual interests.
• Successful experience developing health/research partnerships within higher education and/or philanthropy and the community.
• Understanding of the federal grant landscape and process, institutional strategies and priorities, and ability to make program plans responsive to new opportunities and challenges accordingly.
• Demonstrated expertise to initiate, forge, and maintain collaborative relationships with a faculty, staff, public sector, and community partners and maintain bidirectional communications with a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
• Comfortable working with high degree of independence, handling ambiguity, and proactively developing and managing a high volume and variety of tasks and activities.
• Experience synthesizing research results for publication and presentation to colleagues and the public.
• Experience providing consulting services to advance programmatic initiatives and projects in a multi-cultural environment.
• Advanced skills and experience developing training and education curricula or materials for senior research, professional, and/or administrative staff.
• Experience managing multiple projects with competing deadlines in a matrix environment in partnership with faculty and staff.
• Managerial expertise to supervise staff and support their professional advancement.
• Excellent organizational and collaborative skills to develop and manage a complex organizational structure and leverage the expertise of faculty, colleagues, and subordinates to yield program deliverables.
• Expertise sufficient to produce refined work products with word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, desktop publishing, survey, and data management software.
• Advanced knowledge of qualitative data analysis techniques and research methods, including community-engaged research, and direct experience with field-based, primary research.
• Advanced knowledge of program design, evaluation, and metrics and their Application to program management and preparation of reports.
• Skills and experience to support financial decision making and human resource process responsibilities within UC Davis Health: budget development and management, and staff hiring, performance, and development.
• Knowledge of the IRB approval process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years work experience in a leadership role at UC Davis Health.
• Experience managing programs and staff in an academic, state, federal, or large non-profit environment.
• Experience with design, implementation and evaluation of community-based participatory research, population-based research, health policy, and/or place-based development initiatives.
• Experience with design and writing of outreach materials for a general audience.
• Abilities to conceive, plan, and oversee the execution of high-profile research workshops and events geared to special populations and general public audiences.
• Strong fundraising experience and thorough knowledge of grant funding mechanisms, especially state or federal. Experience with project management and preparation of complex research proposals.
• Multilingual and multicultural experience in a professional or academic arena.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% – Leadership and Administration
• 30% – Research Support and Consultation
• 20% – Development and Dissemination

Department Overview

The CTSC, established in 2006 through a 5-year $20 million dollar grant by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has just entered a 4th 5-year grant period. As a recipient of a Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) under the NIH Center for Clinical and Translational Science (NCATS), the CTSC provides an academic home to transform the clinical and translational research enterprise. The CTSC includes several distinct scientific and educational programs as well as shared resources and clinical facilities to enhance and support the clinical research programs at UC Davis and provide Investigators with the tools to foster clinical and translational research. Under the auspices of the CTSC Director, the CTSC supports biomedical researchers across UC Davis to promote translational and interdisciplinary health research. The CTSC works with NIH and other funded CTSA awardees to expedite the translation and integration of science from a variety of disciplines into discoveries and treatments that will benefit society.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $9,283.33-$19,150
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 26
• UC Job Title: ACAD PRG MGR 1
• UC Job Code: 006083
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): 9-5, M-F
• Location: IRC Utility Building (HSP038)
• Union Representation: 99 – Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills – Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.
As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
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