Senior Research Specialist (ID #1028360)
Job Description
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Hiring Department: Center for Research on Women and Gender
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1028360
Posting Close Date: 12/13/2024
Description:
Position Summary
This position is a principle contributor in developing specific research project requirements and is responsible for all aspects of the project from development through delivery. Perform complex study and data collection methods. May coordinate and direct the work and research tasks of lower level research staff.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Design and lead the execution of quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis plans for key informant interviews, focus groups, survey development, and data analysis.
- Analyze and interpret data and results and refine study design.
- Develop and write advanced study protocols including objectives, goals, data collection procedures, and analysis plans.
- Communicate with external partners across the state.
- Interpret data and prepare results for dissemination to stakeholders, internal project team, state and national audiences. Distribution methods include data reports, publications, presentations and posters.
- Monitor maternal health research developments and state and national policy efforts on an ongoing basis and propose related research projects.
- Provide administrative and analytic support to multiple special projects related to maternal and women’s health.
- Coordinate and direct the work of lower-level research staff, including student research assistants. Guide and train lower-level researchers and students on methods and analysis related to the Center’s research efforts.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in public health, epidemiology, or related field
- Minimum of 5-7 years of research experience in the field of maternal health and/or public health and/or public health policy and/or systems level theory
- Knowledgeable about current developments and research findings in women’s and maternal health, able to evaluate their potential applicability to research and service programs, and able to adapt these findings for use in execution of new research and practice projects
- Expertise with Microsoft Products (Office, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
- Proficiency with SPSS, SAS, R or other statistical software
- Proficiency with Dedoose or other qualitative research analysis software
- Experience writing research grant proposals and/or research articles for publication
How to Apply
For fullest consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, references, and any additional documents via the UIC Job Board: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12521?c=uic The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation25 total views, 0 today