Research Associate Position Available In Washington, Tennessee

Research Associate
East Tennessee State University
in Johnson City, TN

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Full-Time

Posted:

04/22/2025

Application Due:

Open Until Filled

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Laboratory and Research Department:

Health Services Management and Policy – 38500

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Faculty Job Summary The Department of Health Services Management and Policy at East Tennessee State University College of Public Health is recruiting for two (2) full-time Research Associate positions (12-month, non-tenure track) to support and advance its growing research programs. These faculty positions will be affiliated with the Center for Applied Research and Evaluation in Women’s Health. The positions are time-limited and funded by a research grant aimed at reducing unintended pregnancy and expanding access to reproductive health services. Successful candidates will be responsible for leading and collaborating on analyses of quantitative and qualitative data, development and implementation of analytic strategy, management of datasets, application of appropriate research methods, interpretation of findings, and maintaining effective communication with project leaders and key partners. The positions will contribute to research planning and dissemination of findings. Successful candidates will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of investigators, staff, and research assistants. Priority will be given to candidates with demonstrated skills and experience in data analysis and scientific writing. East Tennessee State University is a Doctoral Research-Intensive university with more than 14,000 students. ETSU is located in the Johnson City metropolitan area, an economic and healthcare hub nestled in the Southern Appalachian Mountains. The region surrounding the university is home to beautiful rivers, mountain streams, State and National Parks, excellent public and private schools, and a wide variety of cultural offerings. The Department of Health Services Management and Policy is home to a growing portfolio of research and academic programs and faculty with wide-ranging expertise. As one of five departments in the CEPH-accredited College of Public Health, faculty enjoy collaborative relationships with several research centers and institutes, four other health-related colleges within ETSU Health, the Mountain Home VA Medical Center, and the region’s public health and health care systems. The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to University facilities and services, and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information.

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//www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding.

Disclaimer:

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position’s essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and experience in quantitative research and evaluation methodologies for the social sciences.
Knowledge and experience in qualitative research and evaluation methodologies for the social sciences.
Knowledge and experience in applying quantitative and qualitative research methods in complimentary ways that incorporate mixed methods best practices.
Demonstrated ability to use SAS, STATA, or R statistical software packages for data management and analysis.
Demonstrated ability to use NVivo or other qualitative analysis software packages.
Demonstrated ability to manage large datasets with data management best practice methods.
Demonstrated proficiency in scientific and technical writing and program evaluation.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to prepare manuscripts and evaluation reports for publication and dissemination.
Ability to coordinate multiple resources and tasks.
Possess strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work productively with multiple audiences including faculty, staff, and students.
Demonstrated ability to work as an essential member of a highly functioning research team.
Required Qualifications
Doctoral degree (or ABD) in public health/social sciences, statistics or a related field, or, Master’s degree with 2 – 3 years of work experience managing and supporting mixed methods research.
Previous experience and/or training in research methodology, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and scientific writing
Preferred Qualifications
Record of scientific publications.
Previous experience in a university environment.

Salary:

Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience and comprehensive benefits.

Posting Number:

F00911P Special Instructions to Applicants Faculty positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
ETSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
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