Research Associate Part-time

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (FEHB)

401(a) Retirement Plan

On-Site Training

Job summary

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) in Alaska is seeking a part-time Health Research Specialist to support surveillance, research and health-related projects under the Director of the Office of Alaska Native Health Research.

Under general supervision you will coordinate with Tribal Health Organizations, manage IRB approvals when needed, conduct literature searches, data analysis and prepare reports and manuscripts, travel within and outside Alaska.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC, and Alaska Native culture(s) and politics.
• Knowledge of research concepts and techniques, survey design, data collection procedures, and database management.
• Knowledge of scientific and standard computer applications and programs.
• Skill in researching, reading, interpreting and writing technical documentation.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers and representatives from other local, state and Federal agencies.
• Skill in analyzing research data and making logical recommendations based on findings.
• Skill in reading and interpreting technical reports and medical documents.
• Skill in project management including logistic support and problem solving.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
• Skill in written and oral communication.
• Skill in communicating with scientists, medical personnel, federal, state, Tribal health administrators, and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Implements surveillance, research and other health-related projects for ANTHC.
• Maintains regular contact with contractors and subcontractors of projects.
• Assists contractors and subcontractors in complying with established project timelines and performance standards.
• Identifies potential problems and collaborates with ANTHC staff to prevent or solve problems in project implementation.
• Provides logistic support to other staff, contractors, subcontractors, and participating Tribal Health Corporations and communities.
• Obtains IRB approval for activities as needed.
• Conducts literature searches, updates bibliography, performs data analysis, prepares reports and manuscripts.
• Provides technical assistance on request to Tribal Health corporations and to other Alaska Native organizations.
• Conducts interviews and focus groups with study participants and/or community residents.
• Presents results of data analyses to tribal, community and professional groups.

Skills

Alaska Tribal Health System

Research concepts

Database management

Technical documentation

Communication

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in health, biological, or social sciences

Job description

This position is part-time (32 hours per week)
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.
ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.
Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.
ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.
  

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Director of the Office of Alaska Native Health Research, implements surveillance, research and other health-related projects for ANTHC.

Position Responsibilities

Responsible for implementing ANTHC projects in collaboration with other Alaska Native organizations. Maintains regular contact with contractors and subcontractors of projects. Assists contractors and subcontractors in complying with established project timelines and performance standards. Identifies potential problems and collaborates with ANTHC staff to prevent or solve problems in project implementation. Provides logistic support to other staff, contractors, subcontractors, and participating Tribal Health Corporations and communities in the performance of activities. Responsible for determining need and obtaining Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval for activities as needed. Conducts literature searches, updates bibliography, performs data analysis, prepares reports and manuscripts. Provides technical assistance on request to Tribal Health corporations and to other Alaska Native organizations. Conducts interviews and focus groups with study participants and/or community residents. Presents results of data analyses to tribal, community and professional groups. Develops working relationships with state and federal organizations to enhance surveillance of Alaska Native health. Represents ANTHC at state and federal venues, as assigned by supervisor. Supports Alaska Native interests in data collection, quality, and dissemination. Travels within and outside Alaska. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE And SKILLS

• Knowledge of Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC, and Alaska Native culture(s) and politics.
• Knowledge of research concepts and techniques, survey design, data collection procedures, and database management.
• Knowledge of scientific and standard computer applications and programs.
• Skill in researching, reading, interpreting and writing technical documentation.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers and representatives from other local, state and Federal agencies.
• Skill in analyzing research data and making logical recommendations based on findings.
• Skill in reading and interpreting technical reports and medical documents.
• Skill in project management including logistic support and problem solving.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
• Skill in written and oral communication.
• Skill in communicating with scientists, medical personnel, federal, state, Tribal health administrators, and the general public.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Bachelor’s Degree in health, biological, or social sciences.

Minimum Experience Qualification

Non-supervisory - Three (3) years professional work experience in program implementation.