FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Research Associate I, Health Services Research in Durham, NC. Position Description: This position works closely with senior research staff to develop, implement, monitor, manage and/or conduct research studies. Quantitative data management and analysis is an essential component of this position.
Responsibilities include:
- Work closely with senior research staff to conduct research studies by assisting with one or more major research activities (e.g., site training, protocol development, project management, study implementation, data analysis, data monitoring, data management, paper/report writing).
- Assist in development of study related materials such as protocols, data collection forms, statistical analysis plans, IRB submissions and training materials.
- Conduct literature reviews.
- Oversee data management and conduct quantitative analysis for assigned studies.
- Represent FHI at developing country project sites and meetings as needed.
- Provide technical assistance to Research Assistants, interns, in-country colleagues and others as needed.
Minimum Requirements:
- MS/MA/MPH plus 1 - 3 years of relevant experience.
- Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of public health research.
- Knowledge of and ability to use electronic data processing systems to gather, store, retrieve and analyze data.
- Experience with relevant software packages e.g. Stata, SAS, or SPSS.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors and prepare reports.
- Experience with qualitative analysis and relevant software (e.g. Nvivo or Ethnograph) is an asset.
- Resourceful in resolving problems and initiating solutions.
- Foreign language ability and experience working in developing countries an asset.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org . Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D
