Since 1997, Community Science has been working with
government agencies, foundations and non-profit organizations to promote
healthy, just and equitable communities. We are social entrepreneurs engaged in
the research and development of solutions to the most pressing and complex
social and health problems facing our country and around the world. Our
greatest strength is the study of community and system change. From day one,
our objective has been simple: to develop the knowledge necessary to address
social problems in ways that benefits all communities. We answer evaluation and
research questions using rigorous and practical methods and applying this
knowledge through publications, consultation, information technology and
professional development programs. Our services include research and evaluation
services, capacity-building products and services and initiative management and
support. Learn more about us at www.communityscience.com.
Managing Associate for Research & Capacity
Building-Health Equity
If you like challenges, have a great attitude, a commitment
to excellence, and are looking to join a fun, profitable, and growing
organization committed to social justice this is the perfect opportunity for
you!
We will rely on your strong quantitative research background
and research industry experience as you lead research and technical assistance
tasks for national and local initiative across the US that focus on eliminating
health disparities and promoting health equity. You will work with public
agency and nonprofit representatives, community leaders, evaluators and others
on federal, state and foundation initiatives.
We are seeking someone with the knowledge, skills and
experience in community and systems change to promote healthy communities,
families and children in order to address the social determinants of health
disparities and promoting effective strategies to promote large scale health
equity. You must be well organized, have high standards for your work and be
committed to scientific rigor and progressive social change through increasing
the use of knowledge and community capacity building.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 7 years of experience in the implementation of research or evaluation
on community based or systems change projects that promote improved health for
diverse communities, preferably on government contracts
• Masters or Doctoral degree (preferred) in a public health or community health
related social science
• Knowledge or research experience in health to health disparities and health
equity at the community or systems level. Evaluation capacity building
experience highly desirable
• Prior task management and staff supervisory experience and skills
• Successful experience conducting research or evaluation cross culturally
• Demonstrated proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research
skills, including data collection and management. Very strong statistical
analysis knowledge and skills preferred.
• Analysis skills, including the use of computer analysis tools (e.g. STATA or
other statistical software, Atlas-ti)
• Ability to travel
• Experience working directly with government and foundation clients
• Strong communication skills including publications in scientific or
practitioner outlets
• Ability to multi-task, attention to details and meet strict deadlines in order
to produce top quality work
Benefits:
We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to
your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation to commensurate with
skills and experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including health,
dental, prescription drug and vision plans; retirement plan with company match;
paid vacation, sick leave and holidays; opportunities and funds for
professional development. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible
environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the
company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each
person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and
culture.
To Apply:
To respond to this opportunity, please go to:
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