Remote Research Associate, Rural Health Evaluation

University of Connecticut; Connecticut; Remote; USD 85,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The Innovations Institute at the University of Connecticut School of Social Work seeks a Research Associate 1 to support the CT Rural Health Transformation Program evaluation. This remote role involves analytic design, quantitative and mixed-methods analyses, and producing outputs for diverse audiences.

You will collaborate with the PI, co-directors, and project teams, advancing health equity in rural communities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Education, Public Policy, Public Health, Health Science, Statistics, Economics, or another field of study related to research.
• Experience performing literature reviews and presenting results.
• Demonstrated knowledge of research study design and data collection procedures and scientific terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with, facilitate, and co-lead the design and development of research and evaluation plans across assigned projects.
• Work with stakeholders to identify research needs and translate them into rigorous study designs for CQI and evaluation goals.
• Conduct quantitative and mixed-methods analyses and interpret findings to generate actionable insights.
• Manage complex data sets using statistical software and ensure data quality and readiness.
• Co-author manuscripts, reports, and briefs for decision-makers and funders.
• Supervise and mentor graduate students and junior staff on data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Coordinate and facilitate internal and external communications and meetings.
• Contribute to grant proposals and development of work plans with milestones.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

Project management

Written & oral communication

Literature reviews

Education

Master's degree in Social Sciences or related field

Ph.D. in Social Sciences or related field

Tools

SPSS

SAS

R

STATA

Job description

The Innovations Institute at the University of Connecticut School of Social Work seeks a Research Associate 1 to support the CT Rural Health Transformation Program evaluation. This remote role involves analytic design, quantitative and mixed-methods analyses, and producing outputs for diverse audiences.

You will collaborate with the PI, co-directors, and project teams, advancing health equity in rural communities.