Career Development Resources

UC utilizes a career advancement pathway known as "Career Tracks," which enables UC to define job titles consistently within each location and across the university. Levels for individual contributor, supervisory and management roles within each distinct functional area are defined consistently across occupations and with the labor market for comparable jobs. The pathway above illustrates the entry position at the bottom through the various levels to management at the top.

My UC Career

A unique tool for career exploration and growth, developed to support our employees. This tool gives access to six fast-paced modules: (1) Career Discovery. (2) Job Search. (3) Resume Builder. (4) Tell Your Story. (5) Network and Research. (6) Pre and Post Interview.

Trust Toolkit

Self-assessment, curated learning and action planning guide to help strengthen, build and restore trust with individuals and teams.

Professional Development Guide

Guide designed for anyone who is ready to take the necessary steps towards their learning and growth. It is also a guide for managers on how to support the development of their team members. Sections: (1) Set Your Direction, (2) Identify Competencies, (3) Self-Assessment, (4) Individual Development Plan, (5) Implementation. A workbook is provided to complete exercises during the professional development planning process.

LinkedIn Learning for UCSF

Access to a digital library of thousands of video courses taught by industry experts covering a wide range of technical, business, software and creative topics.

More Staff Development:

• Instructor-Led Workshops
• eLearning
• Certifications & Continuing Education
• Mentorship Programs
• External Education Resources

Career Pathways

The Administrative Officer Matrix provides a side-by-side comparison for the various levels of this position. Through a thorough review of the career matrix you will compare the responsibilities, scope, key abilities and skills, and responsibilities from intermediate to expert.

From the Administrative Officer series, there are two pathways with the first being a more specialized set of responsibilities as a Project Policy Analyst or advancement into supervisory as an Administrative Supervisor or Manager.

Career Pathway

The CRC Career Matrix provides a side-by-side comparison for the various levels of this position. Through a thorough review of the career matrix you will compare the responsibilities, scope, key abilities and skills, and responsibilities from intermediate to expert.

Following your Post-Doctoral studies, you may puruse several pathways both academic and non-academic. The UCSF Office of Career and Professional Development provides extensive resources to help you plan for your future. This office also provides a quick set of resources for resume, CV, and cover letter samples.

Career Pathways

As a Staff Research Associate (SRA), there are many career pathways with the University of California. The SRA series is governed by the Union, which provides a clear description of each SRA Levels 1-5. As a Staff Research Associate, you may also consider other options for career advancement:

• Lab Research Supervisor
• Research Data Analyst

These matrices provide a side-by-side comparison for the various levels of this position. Through a thorough review of the career matrix you will compare the responsibilities, scope, key abilities and skills, and responsibilities from intermediate to expert.