Senior Research Specialist

Senior Research Specialist

Senior Research Specialist to work within the Evaluation Technical Assistance (ETA) strategy.

SUHI is seeking a professional to support qualitative research efforts including data collection (e.g., semi-structured interviews, focus groups, document revew), analysis, and interpretation. The person will also support survey development and distribution, quantitative data management and cleaning, and descriptive analysis.

The Senior Research Specialist will support all aspects of developing and coordinating evaluation activities, drafting project plans, tracking project timelines, and implementing best practices for community engagement. They may also support dissemination activities and the writing of grant proposals and reports.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Oversees recruitment, enrollment and tracking of subjects.

• Performs literature searches for proposals, reports and/or publications.

• Develops and/or identifies data collection forms for program use and collects data from program participants or other sources.

• Oversees data collection, entry and management, including reporting, troubleshooting, quality control, basic analysis, and communication with research staff.

• Develops databases, reports, and/or queries to pull relevant data for reporting purposes.

• Assists in the preparation of presentation materials including PowerPoint slides, tables, and graphs.

• Serve as point of contact for collaborative projects with internal and external partners.

• Scheduling meetings, recording meeting minutes, documenting project work, and other administrative duties as needed.

• Prepares IRB protocols and maintains IRB approval.

• May oversee and advise junior staff on data collection, management, entry and reporting.

• Supports the development and planning of new projects and programs.

• Provides input on and may assist in creating/revising project protocols.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Either: (1) An MPH or MS in epidemiology, sociology, statistics, or a related field and at least one year of work experience in a public health or research setting; or (2) a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of work experience in a public health or research setting.

• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with Redcap and qualitative and quantitative analysis software, preferred.

• Superior organizational and data management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to play an active role in the monitoring of and reporting on data.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both a professional and community setting.

• Ability to meet deadlines and work on several projects at one time.

• Demonstrated commitment to racial and health equity. Sinai Urban Health Institute (SUHI) is a unique, applied public health research center dedicated to improving the health of Chicago’s urban communities.

Sinai Chicago is an equal opportunity employer.