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 Assistant, in Research Triangle Park, NC.
Position Description:
Provides support to the senior qualitative data analysts, project coordinators, and social scientists on HIV-related behavioral research studies. Assist in the conduct of qualitative dates. Contribute to the project coordination of HIV related behavioral research studies. May contribute to the development of manuscripts.
- Assists with the conduct of the analysis of qualitative data under supervision of senior data analyst and research staff
- Assist study team members with the coordination, elopement, review and revision of assigned study related documents including protocols, questionnaires, procedural manual, monitoring plans, analysis plans, reports, publications, etc.
- Assist with scientific and ethical approval procedures
- Assist protocol study coordinators with all aspects of project coordination and management
- Assist in monitoring the qualitative and quantitative progress of research and research implementation activities via site visits, telecommunications, letters and e-mail; assists with oversight of study-specific reporting and tracking of key indicators for evaluation of site performance and study progress
- Perform other related duties and assigned
Required Skills & Experience
- Familiar with basic aspects of research methodology and study design
- Prior experience with qualitative data analysis, specifically with coding qualitative date, using Nvivo 9, interpreting data, and writing summary reports preferred
- Prior experience in project coordination preferred
- Prior experience working in an international setting or with data collected in a region other than the US preferred
- Written, verbal, and organizational skills
- Relevant computer software skills and data analysis skills
Minimum Requirements:
MS/MA/MPH in public health or related field and at least one year intermediate professional level of knowledge and expertise in research methods and application or BS/BA in public health or related field and 2-4 years relevant experience; or AA and 5-7 years relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section atwww.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.
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