Sponsor Funded Professional – Research Associate I

Research Associate I

Georgia Health Policy Center

Andrew Young School of Policy Studies

Georgia State University

Due to tremendous growth, the Georgia Health Policy Center (GHPC) is seeking qualified applicants for multiple research associate I (RA I) positions (please see specialized content areas below).

GHPC, established in 1995, provides evidence-based research, program development and policy guidance on local, state, and national levels to improve health status at the community level. The center conducts, analyzes, and disseminates qualitative and quantitative data to connect decision makers with the objective research and guidance needed to make informed decisions about health policy and programs. Today, the center is at work in more than 220 communities in all 50 states, helping our nation to improve health outcomes and well-being. In 2017, the GHPC added a global portfolio, including work in Nigeria, Sudan, Kenya, and Ireland.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position is a contributing member of multiple research, evaluation, technical assistance, policy development, and programmatic teams. The center’s current scope of work includes behavioral health, child health and well-being, community health systems development, health and health care financing, health in all policies, health systems transformation, long-term services and supports, population and global health, community collaboratives and innovations in care, and rural health. The RA I will provide research and project support that contributes to a scientifically sound background for center activities. In addition, the RA I will coordinate special projects as assigned by senior staff, facilitate meetings, and assist in the preparation, coordination, and dissemination of various GHPC research-related communication materials. This is an Atlanta-based position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as project support staff by providing administrative and research assistance to existing contracts and grants

Serve as a member of the team that designs and conducts quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation to address health-related problems and publish results in professional conferences and peer-reviewed journals

Write reports, abstracts, briefing papers, literature reviews, presentations, and other research-related communications

Prepare literature reviews and submit Institutional Review Board applications and maintain approval

Conduct desk reviews, environmental scans, community mapping, and other exploratory and information gathering methods

Facilitate group meetings using meeting design strategies to ensure meeting goals and objectives are met

Coordinate special GHPC projects, as assigned by senior GHPC staff

Assist senior GHPC staff in identifying and responding to new research and funding opportunities

Provide data-informed technical assistance to partners to support decision-making, capacity-building, and sustainability at the practice, programming, and policy levels

Other duties assigned as job necessitates

STRATEGIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Qualitative and quantitative analytic skills

Writing and reporting skills, including formatting

Presentation skills

Group facilitation skills

Networking skills and aptitude for representing GHPC with local, state, and national organizations

Demonstrated participatory and team-oriented style of interaction

Knowledge of research and evaluation techniques, methodologies, equipment, processes, and procedures

Skills and experience with data collection, such as conducting interviews and focus groups

Knowledge of automated systems and software (spreadsheets, databases, word processors, presentations, educational software, computers; scanners, analysis software [e.g., NVivo, SPSS, and SAS], and survey software [e.g., Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey])

Ability to multitask, pay attention to detail, and exhibit excellent customer service abilities

Effective time management and organizational skills

Innovative mindset

Effective oral and verbal communication with external and internal customers

SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND CONTENT AREAS (preferred knowledge and interest in one or more of these areas)

Substance use disorder

Behavioral health and developmental disabilities

Child and adolescent mental health

LGBTQ+ health

Aging and long-term care and support

Implementation science

System of Care

Health and racial equity

Social determinants of health

• Medicaid and Medicaid data use

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

College/Business Unit: Andrew Young School of Policy Studies

Department: The Georgia Health Policy Center

Location: Atlanta Campus

Shift: 8:30am-5:15pm

Salary : $47,476 – $58,476

Pay Grade: NPP

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting: 08/13/21, 8:20:06 AM

Closing Date: 08/29/21, 10:59:00 PM

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:
It is expected that the candidate will have knowledge of general health policy and qualitative and quantitative research.

Experience in survey administration, data analysis of multiple data sources, and working with a variety of stakeholders is strongly desired. The candidate must also demonstrate proficient verbal and written communication skills

Professional working proficiency in English is required. Proficiency in one or more of the following is highly preferred: Spanish, French, Arabic.

Special Instructions:
To be fully considered for this position all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

A complete and accurate GSU application

Resume

Cover Letter

Please note, Georgia State University’s career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.