Research Specialist - Department of Psychiatry - Addiction Medicine
Education Required
Master’s degree in public health, social science, data science, or related field. In the absence of a Master’s degree, at least two years’ work experience related to research support and program evaluation activities.
Required Qualifications
Proficiency with statistical analysis programs (e.g., SAS, STATA, R).
Knowledge of frameworks and methods for program evaluation in a research setting, including design, data collection, data analyses, and reporting.
A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with a broad range of stakeholders that demonstrates an ability to encourage meaningful participation in a team setting.
Experience with project development and project management that includes evaluation plans and/or designs.
Experience with data collection, data management, databases, as well as data analyses.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated experience working effectively with colleagues in a diverse environment.
Evidence of ability to function with a high degree of independence while actively collaborating in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and work in deadline-driven environment.
Technical writing experience.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience with behavioral health systems, medical education, or healthcare systems.
Familiarity with the implementation and evaluation of SAMHSA-funded projects and evidence-based practices related to substance use disorder and behavioral health.
Knowledge of and experience with designing, building, and implementing REDCap projects and Qualtrics surveys.
Experience with clinical trials research.
Experience with human subject’s research and the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
Experience with writing and preparation of grant proposals and grant submission mechanisms (e.g., Cayuse, eRA Commons).
Experience with empirical manuscript preparation, review, and submission processes.
Familiarity with research conference submissions processes.
Application Process
To be considered, applicants must upload a letter of interest and resume (relevant to this recruitment) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
Professional references will be required later in the recruitment process.
For questions contact lori-posey@uiowa.edu
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
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