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ID #51198909
Estado Massachusetts
Ciudad Usma
Full-time
Salario USD TBD TBD
Fuente American Institutes for Research
Showed 2024-03-08
Fecha 2024-03-08
Fecha tope 2024-05-07
Categoría Etcétera
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Principal Public Health Researcher

Massachusetts, Usma 00000 Usma USA
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OverviewJoin AIR as a Principal Public Health Researcher with ourYouth, Family, and Community Development (https://www.air.org/our-work/human-services) program to foster equitable pathways for young people, families, and communities to thrive. This position will focus on Public Health approaches to prevention to support teams aiming to build evidence on equitable pathways to thriving. This position will require collaboration within and outside AIR, including with program providers, subject matter experts, as well as federal, state, and local agency officials. The researcher will provide data collection, management, analysis, and dissemination support for contract and grant research and evaluation projects. The ideal candidate is committed to a strengths-based perspective as well as mitigating the impacts of both personal and systemic biases in research. Candidates with relevant lived experience, including military service, are encouraged to apply.Related projects aim to use culturally responsive science to focus around one or more areas, including but not limited to:Content areas:

Addressing inequities in social determinants of health, including

housing and economic security

environmental justice

reproductive justice

Primary prevention of violence, such as

intimate partner and sexual violence

child maltreatment and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)

violence that impacts youth and community

Suicide and mental health

Systems change, including organizational and culture change in the military and other community serving systems.

Public health workforce competencies and career pipelines

This position has the flexibility to work remote from anywhere in the United States or from any of AIR's U.S. office locations (https://www.air.org/locations#alloffices) . This does not include U.S. territories.About AIR:Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.AIR’s commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone’s unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff byclicking here (https://www.air.org/our-commitment-diversity-equity-and-inclusion) .ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities for the position include:

Serve as Principal Investigator, directing or helping to direct and manage large, complex research projects or a series of smaller projects.

Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of research projects, including methods, procedures and reporting.

Develop conceptual frameworks that address research and evaluation topics.

Lead others in the review, analyses, and syntheses of data and information using appropriate practices and techniques and ensure that projects are designed around client needs with sound methodology.

Serve as an expert in the field and disseminate findings through publication of papers, progress and technical reports, and presentation at seminars and research conferences.

Lead proposal efforts, maintain excellent business development relationships, and serve as a primary client contact for research and evaluation projects.

Curate external relationships and visibility by engaging thought leaders, innovators, and implementation partners across the public health policy arena.

QualificationsEducation, Knowledge, and Experience:

PhD in related subject area (Anthropology, Economics, Sociology, Public Health, Psychology, or related field) with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience

Extensive experience and expertise in issues related to a public health approach to prevention and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge to real-world policy and programmatic decision-making

Thought leader with sophisticated understanding of the policy landscape and evidence gaps in public health, as demonstrated through publications/presentations, award of contracts and grants, and overall body of work

Proven track record of winning competitive contracts/grants from various funding organizations (e.g., Federal, state, and local government; foundations)

Demonstrated success in leading field-based research projects

Demonstrated experience in leading projects utilizing behavioral economics, rapid-cycle evaluations, complex qualitative designs, or other cutting-edge methodologies

Extensive project leadership and business development experience, including proposal writing, project management, staff supervision and report writing

Skills:

Public health approach to primary prevention

Collaborative leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills at a senior level

Proven ability to develop research staff capacity in research design and methods, project management, client relationships, research publication and business development

Commitment to AIR’s Mission and the application of research findings for the benefit of stakeholders

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when writing

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels and from diverse backgrounds

Proficient in Stata, R, or other statistical software

Excellent communication skills with the ability to work efficiently in a virtual work environment

Disclosures:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.AIR’s Total Rewards Program , is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated annual salary of $160,000 - $180,000. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.AIR maintains adrug-free work environment (https://www.air.org/sites/default/files/2023-05/Workplace-Drug-Policy-2023.pdf) .Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer:AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives. Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims. To protect yourself, please be aware that AIR recruitment will only email you from an “@air.org” domain. Please take extra caution while examining the email address, for example jdoe @air.org is correct and jdoe @aircareers.org is not a legitimate AIR email address . If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a communication you have received, please reach out to [email protected] .If you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ReportFraud.ftc.gov . You can also report it to your state attorney general . Find out more about how to avoid scams at ftc.gov/scams .#LI-AS1 #LI-Remote #LI-HybridSubmit an interest application (https://jobs-airdc.icims.com/jobs/12982/principal-public-health-researcher/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&iniframe=1&hashed=1374627785)Please note, each section of the application is required in order for you to be considered for this opportunity. If you do not complete the required screening questions, or if you close your browser before completing each section of the application, your application will not be submitted for this position.American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.American Institutes for Research’s commitment to Diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations and work environment. Diversity is valued and Inclusion is reflected in all efforts to recruit, develop, and engage the diverse staff needed to accomplish our mission.ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at [email protected] or call 202.403.5000.Job Location US-Remote | US-VA-Arlington | US-NC-Chapel Hill | US-IL-Chicago | US-MD-Rockville | US-CA-Sacramento | US-MAJob Location United StatesCategory Research

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