Research Project Manager - Center for Advancing Health Equity for Rural and Underserved Communities

$76,700 - $115,100/Yr

Pennsylvania State University - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Project Manager at the Center for Advancing Health Equity for Rural and Underserved Communities at Penn State College of Medicine is responsible for overseeing all aspects of research projects, from design to implementation and evaluation. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams to develop and implement scientific research aimed at addressing health disparities in rural and underserved communities. The position requires strong analytical skills, expertise in statistical programming, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and promote research projects by providing scientific or intellectual information.
• Serve as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis.
• Manage, analyze, and make recommendations on complex data sets for research.
• Develop protocols and training materials on diverse research topics.
• Create first drafts for scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.
• Work collaboratively with diverse teams to design, develop, and implement scientific research.
• Oversee data collection, evaluation, and analysis.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of programs in delivering their goals and objectives.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Design focus groups and interview guides and analyze interview data using appropriate qualitative analytical approaches.
• Conduct both qualitative and quantitative research including mixed-methods analysis.
• Monitor, analyze & report research study progress in a quantifiable manner, resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Conduct research, literature review, needs assessment, IRB preparations, and data analysis to support program planning and development.
• Participate in research projects and assist with developing or amending study protocols, developing data collection tools, and building databases.
• Present research findings at meetings, conferences, and community forums.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in a relevant field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Expertise in statistical programming (SPSS, SAS or Stata).
• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to summarize data effectively for a variety of audiences.
• Knowledgeable in monitoring and evaluation methods.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.

Nice-to-haves

• Doctoral degree in a health-related field, epidemiology or implementation science.
• Experience in grant writing, manuscript preparation, and publishing.

Benefits

• Salary range of $76,700.00 - $115,100.00
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Professional development opportunities.