HIV Intervention and Planning Lead Specialist

The University of Pittsburgh's School of Public Health, Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology has a long and distinguished history as a leader in graduate education, transformative research, implementation science, and education in infectious diseases. A central component of our mission involves training the next generation of scientists and public health professionals to lead in the effort to reduce the impact of infectious diseases worldwide.

Manages and ensures effective research project completion. Oversees complex and concurring projects and supervises team. Coordinates research operations, answers inquiries, and prepares research reports and materials. Designs and implements an organizational system, quality control procedures, and systems for maximum utilization of project resources. Implements communications plans, obtain applicable regulatory approvals, and ensure adherence to regulations, policies, and procedures.

The HIV Intervention and Planning Lead Specialist is responsible for coordinating the implementation of HIV prevention and care projects as well as supervising and facilitating integrated HIV planning with the Division of HIV Disease and HIV Planning Group. Responsibilities include project coordination for multiple programs, including day-to-day management; community and service advisory board development and facilitation; assistance with intervention and program design; needs assessment data collection and analysis; supporting capacity building training delivery, and; development and implementation of process evaluation procedures for any and all programs overseen. Chief among these programs, the Intervention and Planning Lead Specialist is responsible for supporting the work of a statewide planning body for HIV prevention and care. Responsibilities include meeting facilitation, needs assessment data collection and analysis, staff leadership and organization meeting preparation, community engagement, overseeing priority population recruitment, and liaising with state funders and other partners. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the writing and diffusion of final reports, publications, and presentations and complying with legal and ethical requirements associated with working with youth and other marginalized and under resourced communities.

Light physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to occasionally move objects up to 25 pounds. Must be able to conduct meeting facilitation. This position requires the ability to travel, including overnight travel.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.