Grant-Funded Qualitative Research Specialist - Faith

Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary is seeking a Qualitative Research Specialist to support the Faithful Formation Grant. The role focuses on planning and executing qualitative research exploring intergenerational dynamics among families, with emphasis on confidentiality and rigorous data handling.

You will recruit participants, conduct interviews, manage transcripts, and assist in coding and analysis under faculty direction. Travel may be required to advance project objectives.

Qualifications

• BA/BS required; Master’s in related field strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Strong attention to detail, organization and discretion.
• Experience planning, scheduling and executing projects.
• Experience conducting interviews with families.
• Critial thinking with flexibility and creativity.
• Familiarity with qualitative research methods and APA/Chicago styles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in planning and execution of grant projects under faculty direction.
• Engage community partners in research and recruit participants.
• Resource and prepare activity packets for families.
• Conduct interviews and activities with families.
• Collection and management of transcripts; assist in coding and analysis.
• Maintain accurate records with confidentiality.
• Travel as needed for project objectives.
• Prepare reports and track deliverables.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Discretion

Interviewing

Qualitative analysis

Education

BA/BS or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Qualitative software

Job description

Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary is seeking a Qualitative Research Specialist to support the Faithful Formation Grant. The role focuses on planning and executing qualitative research exploring intergenerational dynamics among families, with emphasis on confidentiality and rigorous data handling.

You will recruit participants, conduct interviews, manage transcripts, and assist in coding and analysis under faculty direction. Travel may be required to advance project objectives.