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Research Associate / Project Manager

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East Carolina University requires candidates to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employcapability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement

candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Position Information

Job Title Research Associate / Project Manager
Position Number 500545
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Department AAH Health Education and Promotion
Department Homepage https://hhp.ecu.edu/hep/
Advertising Department HLTH/HUMAN PERF,COLLEGE OF
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title Research Associate
Working Title Research Associate / Project Manager
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) .75
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. income offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC income administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $58,000 - $60,000
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Non-Faculty
Job Category Non-Faculty Instructional & Research
Organizational Unit Overview The College of Health and Human Performance provides instruction, conducts research, and performs service in health education and promotion, kinesiology, human development and family science, social work, interior design and merchandising, and recreation sciences. The mission of the College of Health and Human Performance is to improve health, well-being, and quality of life. The primary focus of the college is to advance and disseminate expertise concerning maintenance and enhancement of health and quality of life.

Job tasks The overall responsibility of the Project Manager is the management and coordination of all day-to-day project-related tasks including superviseing project integrity. Primary tasks include: 1) coordination of qualitative key informant interviews with directors and key service providers of refugee and immigrant serving organizations all over the state and refugee and immigrant community members, 2) act as a liaison through regular contact with project partners and community health workers (CHWs) 3) help to develop and deliver training workshops for CHWs, 4) assist in grant status reports and IRB amendments, and 5) assist with the establishment and evaluation of a digital technology lending program in through our partners (refugee and immigrant serving organizations), and 6) assist Drs. Leslie Cofie and Alice Richman (Principal Investigators) with tracking project progress and assuring that overall goals are being met in a timely basis.

Social Research/Program Administration - 50%
This position is responsible for managing and administering a planned, community-engaged program, including planning, developing, and implementing tasks, activities, protocols, and timelines to implement and evaluate the program. The position will ensure timelines are met and manage program resources, including budgets, and monitor activities across an array of university and community partners connected with the program. Example activities may include, monitoring budgets, processing payments for subcontracts and research participants, tracking project progress, and developing defined grant status reports. This position will mentor, assign, and monitor the work being performed by project staff including community health workers and student interns.

Project Design - 20%
Plans and coordinates methods to meet program objectives including project resources, methods of data/information collection, and quality control. Example tasks may include ordering and maintaining adequate supplies/technology for the project, assisting with implementation of planned program resources, and identifying resources needed to complete program objectives.

Data Analysis, Management, and Dissemination - 20%
This position is responsible for the implementation and evaluation of certain phases of the assigned project(s) with supervision from the principal investigators. Example activities coordination of data collection including scheduling and management and the development of trend analysis to ensure projected deliverables and results are on track. The project manager will be responsible for ensuring that the studies are conducted in conformity with study protocols and will supervise and lead collection methods. A basic expertise of research principles, study design, and methods of data collection and analysis are required. The position will monitor data and assess its integrity as well as perform statistical and qualitative data analyses, including assistance with manuscript writing and publication.

Communication - 10%
Communicates study progress to partners, community contacts, and other research teams. Solves problems in systems, including connections between research team and partnering agencies. Example tasks may include collection of data for writing reports, meeting preparation, and training assistance.

Contingent upon availcapability of funds.

Minimum Education/practice significant Master's degree; or significant BS/BA with three years of significant work practice. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation None

Preferred practice, expertise, Training/Education PhD in significant field.

Prior practice working on multiple research projects.

Professional communication expertise with researchers and community partners.

Social and behavioral research practice, including field data collection, survey interviews, and community-located participatory research.

Training in principles of public health, social work, family community science, or family life education, or related field.

Completion of human research protections training.

Special Instructions to Applicant East Carolina University requires candidates to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employcapability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement

candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant In order to be considered for this position, candidates must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, candidates that possess the preferred education and practice must also possess the minimum education/practice, if applicable.

Job Open Date 09/23/2024
Open Until Filled No
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. 10/07/2024
Initial Screening Begins 10/08/2024
Rank Level
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/75110
AA/EOE East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, discapability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or E-Mail: ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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Job Location: Houston, Texas
Address: Houston
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Post Date: 09/23/2024 / Viewed 1 times
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Company: Rice University
Contact Email: ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu


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