Project Policy Analyst

Involves analytical studies on a variety of policies, projects, programs and issues in support of a function, research initiative, program and / or organizational unit, or in research of new or changing systems and programs. Assists in policy and program planning, development, administration, management and implementation; interprets, monitors and analyzes information regarding policies and procedures and provides consultative services to department administrators and other stakeholders.

Professional who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments / projects / tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action.

Applies professional concepts to conduct analytical studies or projects of moderate scope and complexity to address a variety of policy, research and procedural issues. Fully analyzes issues and problems, gathers data and information, finds and evaluates alternatives and makes sound recommendations.

The premedical UCSF Breast Care Center (BCC) Internship Program is a highly competitive program which we offer recent college graduates the opportunity to gain 1-2 years of experience contributing to progress in basic science, clinical research, and patient care. Our vision is to sustain our program as a demonstration of a "Premedical Corps", similar in spirit to the Peace Corps or Teach for America. In such programs, young people earn a stipend while gaining experience working in areas of high need for a few years before continuing their educational and professional journeys. The Research Assistant will be part of the 2026-2027 intern cohort of the BCC Internship Program. The Research Assistant's main function will be to supply support to the BCC Faculty and Project Managers. They will assist in many aspects of the Faculty/Project Manager's projects possibly including: developing independent research projects, continuing previous interns' research projects, assisting with aspects of a clinical trial, assisting with integrating patient care, and collaborating in decision making processes. Additionally, the Research Assistant will support the Patient Support Corps program. This support program features the Research Assistants deployed as health coaches and patient advocates, in particular helping connect patients with relevant information, list questions, and make notes and recordings of visits with specialists.

Department Overview

The UCSF Breast Care Center is specifically designed to meet the needs of patients with breast problems, breast cancer, or general concerns about

breast health. Our multidisciplinary team of surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, psychologists, nutritionists, and pathologists work with patients to help coordinate care to ensure that all of their concerns are thoroughly addressed. Our mission is to develop an innovative setting that will ensure that a patient's sense of comfort and participation are central in delivering the best care possible.

The premedical UCSF Breast Care Center Internship Program is a highly competitive program which we offer recent college graduates the opportunity to gain 1-2 years of experience contributing to progress in basic science, clinical research, and patient care. Our vision is to sustain our program as a demonstration of a "Premedical Corps", similar in spirit to the Peace Corps or Teach for America. In such programs, young people earn a stipend while gaining experience working in areas of high need for a few years before continuing their educational and professional journeys. This program, created in 2005, has grown every year to include more robust experiences, larger and more impactful scientific research, as well as more hands on training with patients and mentors. For more information on the program please visit: https://bccinternship.ucsf.edu/

Problem Solving

Common problems solved by the employee:

• The incumbent will assist the Director, Faculty or Project Managers with project and research work to include data base management, library and on-line research in support of manuscript preparation and data collection for various ongoing and pending clinical research projects. The incumbent will also provide data and related information on research projects to faculty staff, professional associations and other high level contacts within and outside the University and perform other research related duties as assigned.
• Use knowledge from first year position to help balance training new first year research assistants while continuing with their second year research.

Less frequent and more complex problems solved by the employee:

• Understanding the nature of the research projects and current developments in the field and within the projects will be an initial challenge to this position. Maintaining knowledge of the latest activities related to the projects is critical to the success of this program. The incumbent also needs to review data and information which may affect the direction of the research with the project team on a regular and as needed basis. Networking and hard work will be required to meet the goals of the Director's research.

Problems/situations that are referred to this employee's supervisor:

• Any questions patients might have for the intern regarding their diagnosis or requiring any medical knowledge, must be referred to the proper provider.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications