Senior Project & Policy Analyst – Cardiology

University of California, San Francisco · San Francisco

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Job Function Summary

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.

Generic Scope

Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues / problems without precedent and / or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.

Custom Scope

Applies advanced operational and implementation science concepts to independently resolve highly complex issues, unprecendented issues in the improvement of cardiovascular care across the Veterans Health Administration. Servces in collaboration with Dr. Dhruva, as the subject-matter expert on the manangement of Veterans with implantable cardioverter-defribillators (ICDs), to formulate strategy and develop policy and program recommendations that have a broad impact across multiple VA facilities and the national intiative. Exercises independent judgement in selecting research methods, analytical frameworks, and evaluation criteria for problems. Co-designs, leads, and oversees the implementation of new programs, processes, and multi-0site initiatives, while advising senior investigators, VA leadership, and stakeholder direction.

We are seeking a Project Policy Analyst to lead a portfolio of research in the Dhruva Lab at the University of California San Francisco and the San Francisco VA Health Care System on a portfolio using implementation science methods to improve the care of patients with cardiovascular disease who have pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs). The ideal candidate will independently drive research design, mixed-methods analysis, and implementation strategy, and will serve as a recognized resource on implementation science across the program.

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