Evaluation Research Assistant
Full Time
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Posted
Job description
Posting Information
Department
Social Medicine-424901
Career Area
Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment?
No
Posting Open Date
05/09/2023
Application Deadline
05/15/2023
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Soc/Clin Research Assistant - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent
GN10
Working Title
Evaluation Research Assistant
Position Number
20041222
Vacancy ID
P017407
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Time-Limited
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
2 Years
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
Work Location
Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$48,007 - $53,342
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Abacus Evaluation Consulting is a Research Service Center closely integrated with the Center for Health Equity Research (CHER) at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Abacus specializes in evaluation, network analysis, and data analytics and is committed to amplifying impact and effectiveness of client and partner projects. Abacus’ leadership consists of experienced evaluators who maintain currency with state-of-the-art research and evaluation methodologies. Abacus uses a variety of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed method approaches to address research and evaluation questions. The Evaluation unit is a critical workstream of Abacus and will support the research and operations activities of ongoing projects. This position will report to an Abacus Evaluation Research Program Manager under the oversight of Abacus Director Dr. Gaurav Dave, Associate Professor in the School of Medicine and Associate Director of the Center for Health Equity Research (CHER).
This position will work within Abacus to assist in the evaluation and operations activities of projects such as the Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics-Underserved Populations (RADx-UP), Carolina Across 100 (CX100), and collaborations with the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI). The RADx-UP and CX100 projects are rooted in a community-centered approach that engages communities by providing a robust, flexible, participatory, transparent, and sustainable infrastructure to address community needs and interests and advance health equity. The collaboration with the NNPHI aims to advance the public health infrastructure by identifying gaps in the foundational public health areas and capabilities.
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
This position will work within Abacus to assist in the evaluation and operations activities of projects such as the Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics-Underserved Populations (RADx-UP), Carolina Across 100 (CX100), and collaborations with the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI). The RADx-UP and CX100 projects are rooted in a community-centered approach that engages communities by providing a robust, flexible, participatory, transparent, and sustainable infrastructure to address community needs and interests and advance health equity. The collaboration with the NNPHI aims to advance the public health infrastructure by identifying gaps in the foundational public health areas and capabilities.
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine’s Working Forward initiative. As such, this position’s work location is designated as virtual. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit’s business needs.
The Evaluation Research Assistant will work closely with Abacus Research Program Managers, evaluation research staff, and project stakeholders to implement and operationalize day to day initiatives and activities related to the tracking and evaluation of research projects within Abacus’ portfolio. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: the overall implementation of the evaluation plan, reviewing and synthesizing literature, assisting in synthesizing evaluation findings for dissemination, developing evaluation instruments, data collection and entry, generating reports, and other duties as assigned.
The Evaluation Research Assistant will work closely with Abacus Research Program Managers, evaluation research staff, and project stakeholders to implement and operationalize day to day initiatives and activities related to the tracking and evaluation of research projects within Abacus’ portfolio. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: the overall implementation of the evaluation plan, reviewing and synthesizing literature, assisting in synthesizing evaluation findings for dissemination, developing evaluation instruments, data collection and entry, generating reports, and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, and internet browsers
Experience with qualitative or quantitative data analysis software (e.g., NVivo, Atlas.ti, SAS, STATA, R, etc.)
Ability to use program management software (Asana preferred)
Experience with literature searches in scientific databases (PubMed, EBSCO, Google Scholar etc.)
Ability to use survey software (REDCap and Qualtrics preferred)
Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to consistently follow through and follow up with others’ assignments
Ability to work independently, identify needs, and develop and implement improvements
Strong attention to detail with a focus on ensuring the accuracy, validity, and integrity of data
Ability to communicate in writing, concisely, professionally, and effectively and verbally with staff, faculty, and individuals in other organizations, including report writing
Vital research and analytical skills, emphasis on health education and evaluation preferred
Experience with qualitative or quantitative data analysis software (e.g., NVivo, Atlas.ti, SAS, STATA, R, etc.)
Ability to use program management software (Asana preferred)
Experience with literature searches in scientific databases (PubMed, EBSCO, Google Scholar etc.)
Ability to use survey software (REDCap and Qualtrics preferred)
Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to consistently follow through and follow up with others’ assignments
Ability to work independently, identify needs, and develop and implement improvements
Strong attention to detail with a focus on ensuring the accuracy, validity, and integrity of data
Ability to communicate in writing, concisely, professionally, and effectively and verbally with staff, faculty, and individuals in other organizations, including report writing
Vital research and analytical skills, emphasis on health education and evaluation preferred
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Master of Public Health or equivalent degree preferred. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions
Prefer candidates who have experience using REDCap and Tableau
Prefer candidates who have research background/experience in health and/or evaluation.
Prefer candidates who have experience using REDCap and Tableau
Prefer candidates who have research background/experience in health and/or evaluation.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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