CHEManager International · 1 day ago
Research Associate
Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expTexas A&M University is one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, and they are seeking a Research Associate to advance public health research projects. The role involves program planning, evaluation, qualitative and mixed-methods data management, and engaging with partner organizations to support research staff.
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Responsibilities
Designs, plans, and coordinates social science research studies, including program planning and evaluation activities
Develops and implements qualitative and mixed-methods research protocols (e.g., interviews, focus groups, surveys), ensuring ethical and rigorous data collection
Collaborates with partner organizations, community stakeholders, and research teams to co-develop research priorities, ensure successful implementation of project activities, and ensure findings are relevant and actionable
Develops online tools, including surveys tools to collect qualitative and quantitative data
Manages and supports analyzing qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate software and techniques (such as Qualtrics and REDCap); maintain organized and secure data records
Summarizes and disseminates results for inclusion in peer-reviewed publications, policy briefs, reports, and presentations tailored to academic, community, and practitioner audiences
Assists in preparing and writing proposals (and reports) to funding agencies
Supervises undergraduate and/or graduate students and research assistants involved in qualitative data collection, analysis, and program evaluation projects
Supports capacity-building activities with partner organizations, such as workshops, training, and dissemination events
Coordinates research learning events and other activities to enhance the culture of research
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant field
Two years of professional research experience
Preferred
Master's Degree in related field (e.g. public health, health education, health promotion, or other related fields)
Three years or more related professional experience
Program management coursework or experience
Program planning coursework or experience
Program evaluation coursework or experience
Experience conducting human-subjects research
Experience with community-engaged research and evaluation projects
Experience developing and utilizing online survey tools and software
Experience in writing grant proposals
Qualitative data experience (collecting and analyzing)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Desire and ability to work collaboratively and help maintain a fun and supportive team environment that is focused on advancing our work to effectively address health disparities for underserved populations
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Company
CHEManager International
Wiley’s leading media brand providing first-hand information on the global chemical, life science and process industries
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase