Intervention Methods Group Coordinator

Job Overview Salary range: $17.90 – $28.00 per hour (non‑negotiable). Position: Coordinator for the SDSU HealthLINK Center’s Intervention Methods Group (IMG). Function of the Unit The SDSU HealthLINK Center, funded by the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) through a U54 Cooperative Agreement, provides comprehensive research services—including expertise in research methods, data analytics, and intervention development—to investigators and partners across San Diego State University. Responsibilities Organize and facilitate the RCC-IMG meetings. Develop formative research guides (in English and Spanish), and translate and adapt evidence‑based interventions (EBIs) for diverse populations and settings. Assist in the development and implementation of Cost Recovery Services for intervention‑related research, including training for intervention mapping, in‑depth interviews, focus groups, and rapid qualitative analytic approaches. Collaborate on the development, translation, and adaptation of EBIs for Center Research Projects, Investigator Development Core pilot projects, and other projects through our Cost Recovery Services. Conduct formative research (in English and Spanish) and assist with the analysis and interpretation of such data. Assist in assessing the feasibility and acceptability of community‑based and technology‑based intervention methods. Develop and test protocols for assessing intervention fidelity across community‑based, clinic‑based, organization‑based, and technology‑based interventions. Develop protocols for packaging and cataloging EBIs to be archived in the Center repository and for dissemination. Prepare and maintain materials developed within the IMG for inclusion in the Center’s Health Science Knowledge Repository. Contribute to the annual progress report and participate in all Center evaluation activities. Support the Center’s Human Subject Research Ethics training, including designing, developing, and producing user‑friendly training materials. Support Center leadership in identifying and expanding new Cost Recovery Services. Maintain routine communication to ensure coordination and implementation of assigned activities are on target and within established deadlines. Prepare reports, memos, letters, and presentations, and deliver presentations on behalf of the Center. Supervise students and volunteer interns as needed. Attend training and meetings as needed, including all Center meetings and RCC Coordinator Status meetings. Comply with all Center and SDSURF policies and procedures. Supervise students, interns, or research assistants as required. Perform other Center duties as assigned. Qualifications Experience with developing and/or adapting behavioral interventions (community‑based, worksite clinical, family, individual), including dissemination and implementation science. Experience conducting and analyzing data from formative research activities, such as focus groups and in‑depth interviews. Experience conducting workshops, webinars, and other types of training. Knowledge of project management, including developing and monitoring goals, priorities, needs, and assets. Strong leadership skills, providing effective direction and supervision to individuals and small groups. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and interact effectively with a variety of people within and across organizations. Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, SPSS, NVivo, and EndNote. Ability to independently interpret a wide variety of complex policies and procedures integral to the position. Highly motivated self‑starter and independent learner, with a high energy level and strong interpersonal skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Ability to display flexibility and handle multiple work priorities and interruptions. Well organized, able to meet deadlines, detail‑oriented, and possessing good judgment and common sense. Ability to work variable hours, including late afternoons/evenings and some weekends, as needed for community activities. Demonstrate a high level of cross‑cultural sensitivity. Minimum Education & Experience Equivalent to graduation from a four‑year university. One year of experience in technical research or statistical work. Preferred Qualifications & Special Skills Four years of progressively responsible experience in technical or administrative assignments, with at least two years at the Program Specialist I level. Master’s degree in public health, psychology, sociology, social work, or a related field. Fluency in both English and Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking). Practical and theoretical knowledge of program planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation. Experience working with student trainees at various levels, from high school students to post‑doctoral fellows. Additional Applicant Information Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at the time of hire. Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check results (including a criminal record check). San Diego State University Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU Research Foundation provides equal‑opportunity employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected categories. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has equal access to resources and support. 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