Research Associate II

Job Summary:

• Performs research activities and functions with senior research staff to develop, implement, manage, and conduct research studies.
• Makes detailed evaluations, observations, analyzes data and interprets results using qualitative methods and findings. Investigates, creates and develops new methods and technologies for project advancement.

Accountabilities:

• Prepares research concepts and proposals following established policies and procedures. Conducts data analysis, data reviews, and reporting of research data for evaluation and quality.
• Assists with the design and implementation of qualitative research and evaluation studies
• Ensures compliance with government regulations when writing and reviewing protocols, analysis plans, reports, and manuscripts.
• Develops training materials and conducts training for study implementation based on company policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Provides input with questionnaire development, analysis, study design, and material management.
• Plans, organizes, and manages resources/processes for successful completion of study goals.
• Develops and implements protocols and informed consents for research studies. Provides guidance on any protocol related issues.
• Develops, reviews, and maintains key study documents to ensure adequate resource and reference documentation.
• Serves as the liaison with internal and external partners to ensure effective collaboration efforts.
• Oversees planning of meetings, site visits, and drafting necessary documents.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures for conducting research studies under government regulations.
• Strong knowledge of software programs used to perform data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of tribal social service systems, ICWA and child welfare, and/or reentry a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors and prepare technical reports.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Works on problems of diverse scope that require analysis or interpretation of identifiable factors.
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Decisions may affect a work unit or area within a department.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Receives methods and procedures on new studies.
• Provides suggestions on business and operational decisions that affect the department.
• Typically reports to a Manager/Director.

Education:**

• Bachelor's Degree required; however a Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent preferred, in• Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field.

Experience:**

• Typically requires 5-8 years of research or evaluation experience with manuscripts and study implementation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office spreadsheets, analytical software, statistical software packages (Nvivo, Atlas.ti, QDA Miner, SAS, SPSS, R, etc.), and other technology required.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English. Related prior work experience with Native American tribal communities required.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-15 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e., PowerBI, Microsoft Forms, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.), other data management software (Qualtrics Survey Monkey, KoBo, etc), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones.

Travel Requirements:

• 20%-25%

The expected US Based hiring salary range for this role is listed below. Candidates FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.

Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.

US Based Hiring Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000

International hiring ranges will differ based on location.

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