Assists in planning, organizing, and implementing events and functions for the Center for Cellular Construction, which may include symposiums, conferences, program events including center-wide meetings, retreats and program site visits.
This position is for on-call project-based work in a variety of functions and areas, supporting Center for Cellular Construction program needs, especially logistics for large events. Incumbent will participate in pre-event preparation, assist in set up at venues, serve as a point person to communicate with AV and event staff as needed, help troubleshoot and oversee breakdown. Incumbent will utilize BearBuy to purchase supplies pre-event. This position will work closely with CCC Managing Director and help support a team to facilitate large meetings.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
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Department Description
The NSF funded Center for Cellular Construction is an interconnected network of labs and educators at UCSF, SFSU, UC Berkeley, Stanford University, IBM Almaden Research Center and the Exploratorium museum in San Francisco, collaborating in (i) building the tools and concepts to implement a full design-build-test cycle in cell biology; (ii) creating new engineering-based curricula for high school biology education; (iii) broadening awareness of cells as machines to be engineered; and (iv) driving innovation through real-world applications including transfer of approaches and knowledge into industry through partnerships and startups. The CCC is a multidisciplinary, multi-institutional program comprised of integrating research into broadening participation, education and training initiatives, increasing diversity, and knowledge transfer beyond normal dissemination of research findings.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors' degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Minimum 1 year of related experience
Working knowledge of concepts, principles and practices of event planning and production and public relations
Working organizational skills, including skill in effectively coordinating and organizing multiple details. Excellent organizational abilities appropriate to effective calendar management and student and / or volunteer scheduling
Good interpersonal communication skills and political acumen, including skill in effectively representing the campus, medical center or other university organization to its publics
Good judgment and effective decision-making and problem resolution skills, including skill to recognize and deal effectively and appropriately with real and potential problem areas, including skill to determine the issues / problems that need to be brought to the attention of higher level staff and / or management
Ability to work in diverse groups, including but not limited to students, staff, faculty, general public, production personnel, technical operators and performing artists
Ability to work professionally under pressure and under tight deadlines ensuring excellent customer service support
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of the campus, its programs, policies, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure
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
006291 EVENTS SPEC 2
Job Category
Professional (Non-Clinical)
Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class
Limited Appt
Percentage
10%
Location
Mission Bay (SF)
Shift
Variable
Shift Length
Variable
Additional Shift Details
Variable as needed
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Higher Education
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