Associate Director, Research Projects

2 months ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States Emory University Full time
About the Role

Emory University is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to serve as Associate Director, Research Projects. This key position will play a critical role in leading a research study funded by the National Institutes of Health, with a focus on promoting a more diverse future STEM and biomedical research workforce.


Key Responsibilities
  • Reports to a principal investigator of sponsored projects and exercises 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 methods, and data analysis for various research projects.
  • Leads the planning and development of survey instruments, guidelines, and procedures to collect required data.
  • Coordinates various aspects of the study, including research and intervention activities with the team.
  • Develops research protocols, reviews and edits text for studies, and conducts extensive literature searches.
  • Provides direction to consultants and team members, coordinates special meetings, and develops presentations to represent Emory at national meetings.
  • Collaborates on or authors reports and papers, and performs related responsibilities as required.

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

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with communities and partner organizations, and engaging effectively with K-12 students, parents, teachers, and mentors.
  • Commitment to reducing disparities and inequities in STEM education and career opportunities.
  • Ability to convey enthusiasm and excitement about program opportunities to potential students, parents, teachers, and mentors.
  • Experience collecting and analyzing quantitative and/or qualitative data, and regulatory experience, including working with IRB for study approvals.
  • Prior experience in community-engaged programs or other similar types of research, and knowledge of REDCap or other database skills.

Additional Job Details
  • Serves as a consultant and trainer of other study staff, collaborators, mentors, interns, and students.
  • Organizes teaching of informal science curriculum, presents parts of curriculum to students, and leads small group discussions.
  • Serves as Point of Contact for undergraduate and graduate STEM mentors, and other team members.
  • Coordinates research and intervention activities with the team, and develops protocols, logistics, and plans for study implementation.
  • Communicates and collaborates with community partners, including schools, K-12 teachers and administrators, community organizations, advocacy groups, governmental agencies, and academic institutions.

Emory University's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.

Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action.

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