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SalaryThe Institute of Global Health and Development
seeks to hire a Research Associate I in Global Health research. Description:
The Institute of Global Health and Development is pleased to announce an opening for a Research Associate I in Global Health research. Qualified candidates are invited to join a community that thrives on rigorous research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and supports the mission of knowledge advancing social justice. The SRA I will begin immediate engagement in an existing research project, where they will work to manage research projects, analyze data, develop scholarly articles and scientific presentations, and disseminate findings to advocates and policy makers domestically and internationally.
The RA I will support a grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation coordinating a collaborative effort to estimate the costs of HIV service delivery using activity-based costing and management (ABC/M). ABC/M is a multi-country, multi-institutional collaborative which will provide the SRA I with an opportunity to network with diverse stakeholders and engage in a dynamic enterprise seeking to reshape service delivery that affects millions of individuals’ lives throughout sub-Saharan Africa and beyond. They will have the opportunity to engage with a variety of work on this topic, including facilitating the generation of patient-level data on costs and resource allocation for HIV testing, treatment and prevention and improving and disseminating methods for countries performing ABC/M. The RA I will have opportunities for academic publications in top-tier journals, along with the opportunity to collaborate with faculty.
Position Summary
The RA I will be responsible for managing data ad performing quantitative and qualitative analyses. They will contribute to report and manuscript writing. They will work with graduate research assistants that are assigned to the project.
Candidate Characteristics
We are seeking candidates who are committed to a career in Global Health systems delivery and economics, have an outstanding academic record. This is a master’s degree level position and applicants with master’s degrees in public health, epidemiology, economics, and public policy are particularly encouraged.
Desired competencies
- Working knowledge of statistics and econometrics
- Proficiency with STATA, R, or another coding language for statistical analysis and data manipulation, as well as proficiency with MS Excel
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and coordinate with remote team members
- Self-motivated, organized, able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Creative problem solver who welcomes new analytic challenges
- Able to meet project deadlines
Compensation, worksite and travel
This is a full-time position that assumes a 35-hour work week. We offer flexible work hours but require participation in team meetings and meeting project deadlines.
To apply
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.
The Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University is interested in candidates who are committed to the highest standards of scholarship and professional activities. We seek individuals who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or public engagement, to the diversity of the academic community. Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity, equity and inclusion are important values at Brandeis today and always have been for they are rooted in our founding as an institution. These values serve as a reminder for self-reflection, and a continuous call to grow for us as Brandeisans. Founded as a model institution for ethnic and religious pluralism, Brandeis University welcomes students, faculty, and staff of all nationalities, religions, and orientations. Moreover, social justice is central to the mission of Brandeis, which endeavors to foster a just and inclusive campus culture that embraces the evolving diversity of our larger society. Read more online about our Mission and Diversity Statements at Brandeis Mission and Diversity Statements.
Diversity, equity and inclusion are important values at Brandeis today and always have been for they are rooted in our founding as an institution. These values serve as a reminder for self-reflection, and a continuous call to grow for us as Brandeisans. Founded as a model institution for ethnic and religious pluralism, Brandeis University welcomes students, faculty, and staff of all nationalities, religions, and orientations. Moreover, social justice is central to the mission of Brandeis, which endeavors to foster a just and inclusive campus culture that embraces the evolving diversity of our larger society. Read more online about our Mission and Diversity Statements at Brandeis Mission and Diversity Statements.
If you are interested in a role and have relevant experience but your work history does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we nevertheless encourage you to apply.
Closing Statement
Brandeis University is committed to providing its students, faculty and staff with an environment conducive to learning and working and where all people are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, caste, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or Massachusetts law.
