Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for managing complex research projects.
• Using an advanced knowledge of research methodology and techniques, assists in the planning and development of survey instruments, guidelines and procedures to collect required data.
• Coordinates various aspects of the study.
• Drafts and may edit text for studies.
• Analyzes data, identifies data discrepancies and researches and identifies causes.
• May perform statistical analysis of numerical data.
• Actively contributes to the development of research protocols.
• Determines how research methodologies or tools must be modified.
• Ensures that study data and systems are maintained and accurately documented.
• Analyzes data and develops reports to assess or monitor study performance and treatment results; may develop associated operational and statistical reports for management and regulatory agencies.
• May oversee regulatory compliance efforts.
• May develop and submit grant proposals and advise principal investigator of changes in reporting or accounting requirements.
• May monitor expenses and receipts for active protocols.
• Coordinates and conducts special meetings and presentations.
• Coordinates computer support for ancillary studies conducted at off-site locations.
• Collaborates on reports and papers.
• Assists in the preparation of tables and graphs for publication and presentation.
• May design and develop databases related to specific programs at the request of supervisor and/or Principal Investigator.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

Key Responsibilities:
• Project Management and Organization:
o Develop and maintain detailed research timelines and budgets.
o Coordinate research activities across multiple projects, including scheduling, resource allocation, and task delegation.
o Utilize project management tools and maintain comprehensive research documentation.
• Qualitative Research Expertise:
o Assist in designing and developing qualitative research protocols (e.g., interview guides, focus groups).
o Manage recruitment and screening of participants for qualitative studies.
o Facilitate or co-facilitate qualitative data collection (e.g., interviews, focus groups).
o Conduct transcriptions of qualitative data recordings.
o Lead or participate in data analysis using qualitative coding methods.
• Mixed Methods Research:
o Assist in integrating qualitative and quantitative data collection methods in mixed methods research.
o Prepare and manage data collection tools for quantitative components (e.g., surveys, questionnaires).
o Coordinate data entry and cleaning procedures.
• Community-Engaged Research:
o Develop and maintain relationships with community partners for research projects.
o Facilitate communication and collaboration with community stakeholders.
o Ensure research activities are culturally sensitive and address community needs.
• Data Management and Analysis:
o Implement data storage and security protocols for qualitative and quantitative data.
o Utilize data management software for effective data organization and retrieval.
o Support researchers in data analysis using appropriate statistical software (if applicable).
• Communication and Dissemination:
o Prepare research reports, presentations, and grant proposals.
o Contribute to the development of manuscripts for publication in academic journals.
o Assist with communication of research findings to academic and community audiences.
• Research Staff Management:
o Train and supervise research assistants on research protocols and data collection methods.
o Foster a collaborative and productive research environment.
• Additional Responsibilities:
o Stay up-to-date on relevant research methods and ethical guidelines in psychology research.
o Maintain accurate lab records and manage research supplies.
o Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator.
Required Skills:
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Experience with qualitative research methods (interviews, focus groups) and data analysis.
• Proficiency in data management software and basic statistical software (desirable).
• Experience working in community-engaged research (desirable).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master's degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, sociology, and psychology or related discipline and two years of professional level research experience, OR an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.  Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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