Department Summary
The UCLA Fielding School of Public Health’s Department of Biostatistics is home to a stellar team of national and international leaders in a wide range of cutting-edge fields, including Bayesian methods, big data, causal inference, statistical computing, data science, functional data analysis, statistical genetics, hierarchical models, HIV/AIDS, image analysis, longitudinal data analysis, multivariate data, phylogeny, spatial statistics, survival analysis, and optimal design. This powerhouse of expertise is dedicated to preparing critically thinking graduates with strong, highly marketable skills through our four biostatistics degree programs: Master of Data Science in Health (MDSH); MPH in Biostatistics; MS in Biostatistics; and PhD in Biostatistics.
Position Summary
The Department of Biostatistics is seeking a dynamic and self-directed project coordinator for their Master of Data Science in Health (MDSH) program during a pivotal phase. Launched in fall 2023, the MDSH Program provides advanced training in data management, data analytics, statistical modeling, machine learning, and big data computing for public health professionals. The program is designed for working professionals, with classes held remotely during the week, and in-person one weekend a month at the UCLA campus. This position reports to the Associate Director and works alongside the Student Affairs Officer. This position is an integral part of a small but growing team. They will contribute to the day-to-day operations, planning, tracking, organizing, and coordinating many aspects of the MDSH program including student events such as graduation. The incumbent will improve upon activities, create Standard Operating Procedures, and utilize project management tools and skills. They will coordinate MDSH seminars and other events and contribute to marketing and communications via social media, email, recruitment events, and university channels. They will represent the program to industry partners and play a pivotal role in launching and coordinating the capstone projects, which pair student groups with data science companies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, have excellent communication skills with a variety of audiences, be an excellent problem solver, and be highly organized. This position requires working in person on class weekends (approximately 9 weekends per academic year; see MDSH website). There is the opportunity to work remotely 1 day per week initially and potential for more in the future.
Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Special Conditions for Employment
Schedule
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy Covered
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