Research Associate - Health Centers - Hybrid

UT Health

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Associate position at UTHealth Houston involves facilitating training and providing technical support to clinical practices participating in a randomized controlled trial aimed at increasing HPV vaccination rates in predominantly Latino-serving Federally Qualified Health Centers in Texas. This hybrid role combines in-office and remote work, requiring travel to various study sites across Texas.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates trainings and provides technical support to clinical practices involved in the trial.
• Develops strategies and supports practice enhancements to facilitate system-level changes for improved performance.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of vaccine management workflows.
• Trains healthcare professionals to disseminate accurate information on HPV and make strong recommendations for vaccinations.
• Guides clinic leaders regarding ImmTrac2 and VFC requirements.
• Conducts assessments of current clinical processes and reports findings.
• Maintains records and documentation related to responsibilities and ensures compliance with requirements.
• Assists with the development and testing of reports and information systems; prepares reports and conducts analyses of quality care performance.
• Coordinates and manages a provider and staff education program to achieve assigned goals and objectives.
• Schedules deliveries of teaching aids and materials for educational services.
• Coordinates ongoing continuous improvement efforts related to responsibilities.
• Communicates metrics, successes, opportunities for improvement, and recommended plans of action to leadership.
• Assists in the preparation and writing of research reports, manuscripts, papers, and grant proposals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with three years of related research experience, including experience in a lead research role; or a Master's degree with one year of related research experience; or a Doctorate degree.
• Considerable knowledge in basic and sophisticated equipment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience working with federally qualified health centers or clinic practices.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees
• Generous time off (around 37-38 days per year)
• Longevity Pay after two years of service
• Retirement/pension plan
• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care