Research Associate - Institute Community Health

Requisition Number: 12580

Pay Range: $23.26 - $35.06 per hour

Location: Commerce Place 
Category: Research
Department: Institute Community Health
Job Type: Full time
Union Name: Non Union

Work Schedule: DayLength Of Shift(s) In Hours: 8
Shift Details: M-F 9-5
Hours/Week: 40.00
Weekend Requirements: No
Holiday Requirements: No
On Call Requirements: No

Department Description

The Institute for Community Health (ICH) is a non-profit consulting organization that provides planning and assessment, participatory evaluation, applied research and data services to help local communities create sustainable health. The cornerstone of our mission is a commitment to community engagement in all aspects of the planning, evaluation and research processes, and a deep appreciation for the diverse experiences and values that communities contribute to health improvement. ICH has extensive experience working across sectors and with a broad array of organizations and institutions, including community-based organizations, city and state governments, hospitals and community health centers, and academic institutions. Our work spans a wide variety of topic areas, including chronic disease, health systems, youth development, health disparities, substance abuse, and mental health, among others. 

Responsibilities:

The Research Associate is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day activities of evaluation, research, and planning and assessment projects, and conducting qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Requirements:

Experience in research or evaluation, including developing data collection instruments and collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data

Experience working with community organizations and diverse populations

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in public health, public policy, sociology, psychology, or related field preferred

Be at ease interacting respectfully with community partners and community members

High attention to detail, good organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Ability to balance multiple projects and be flexible in day-to-day work tasks

Ability to work collaboratively with other ICH staff

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

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