Deputy Director

The San Diego State University Research Foundation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Deputy Director to join our team. As a key member of our Prevention Research Center, you will be responsible for the overall day-to-day conduct of the center, including management and administration of programs, staff, budget development and management, proposal writing, and new program development.

• Center Coordination and Oversight
  • Ensure the achievement of all milestones and manage timelines
  • Develop and maintain budgets, plan and track expenses
  • Coordinate payment to partners, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Prepare cost estimates/analyses and reconcile budgets and projections
  • Prepare and submit all required reports and data to funders and community partners
• Research Project Coordination
  • Monitor progress of deadlines according to project milestones
  • Assure compliance with all federal reporting requirements
  • Complete IRB amendments and reports
  • Oversee research and outreach logistics, including data collection and program implementation
• PRC Network Coordination
  • Ensure the PRC is engaging productively with the larger national PRC network
  • Plan and implement conference calls, meetings, working groups, and conferences
  • Develop and share best practices and policy recommendations
  • Share research findings at national meetings

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in an office or administrative environment
• Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in Public Health, Implementation Science, or a related field, and experience in community-partnered research/outreach

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A competitive salary and benefits package