Associate Director – Research Projects, Emory School of Medicine

Description 

• Reports to a principal investigator of sponsored projects. Exercises considerable latitude and independent judgment in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the research core.
• Serves as a consultant and provides technical expertise in scientific theory, research and methods of collection and analysis of data sets for a variety of research projects.
• Using an advanced knowledge of research methodology and techniques, provides leadership in the planning and development of survey instruments, guidelines, and procedures to collect required data.
• Coordinates various aspects of the study.
• Routinely develops research protocols.
• Reviews and edits text for studies.
• Conducts extensive literature searches and effectively summarizes reported research findings and their applicability to the research.
• Coordinates research and intervention activities with the team.
• Provides direction to consultants and team members.
• Coordinates and conducts special meetings.
• Develops and conducts presentations, represents Emory at national meetings, and co-authors publications.
• Collaborates on or authors reports and papers.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Sociology, Psychology or a related discipline and five or more years of research/professional experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Effective writing, analytic, presentation and organizational skills. Experience managing and executing multiple projects and working with senior health policy makers and executives is preferred.
• Experience conducting focus groups.

How to Apply 

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