Research Data Associate - Schnarrs
GSPH-Behavioral & Community Health Sciences - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (24008923)
The Center for LGBT Health Research in The School of Public Health at The University of Pittsburgh is hiring a Research Data Associate. We are looking for someone who has experience and a high level of proficiency with collecting, managing, and analyzing qualitative research data and is capable of leading data collection and analysis efforts with oversight from project leadership and senior staff. This includes experience with and a working knowledge of qualitative analysis software (e.g., Nvivo, Dedoose).
In addition, this position will support community engagement aspects of two studies which will include co-design sessions (including human centered design and liberating structures methods), and the Research Data Associate will also support survey design, development, and management, grant writing, and dissemination of qualitative findings.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in sociology, anthropology, psychology, public health, health education, community health, education, educational psychology or related field.
- Experience with sexual and gender minority health research, mental health research, and/or early life adversity research.
- Experience conducting research in primary care or family medicine settings or experience with community-based research in general.
- Experience with REDCap or other survey software.
- Publications focused on sexual and gender minority health.
Oversees day-to-day management and execution of multiple complex research projects and ensures compliance with all funding agencies and sponsors. Constructs data collection instruments and crafts promotional materials. Troubleshoots data and manages database. Assists with screening, recruitment, and enrollment of study participants. Performs budgetary and purchasing functions.
Essential Functions
- Support recruitment of sexual & gender minority adults for an interview study.
- Independently conduct qualitative data collection.
- Lead analysis of qualitative data and support quantitative data analysis.
- Support development of data collection instruments.
- Support dissemination and communication about the study and study findings.
- Support community engagement activities.
- Support grant writing.
Physical Effort Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to ambulate between buildings on campus. Able to lift/move items weighing 20lbs.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Research Program Supervisor
Job Family Research
Job Sub-Family Research Program Support
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Not Applicable