Research Specialist, Public Health Sciences

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Public Health Sciences at the University of Virginia seeks a motivated public health and/or behavioral science professional to act as a research specialist to support several community-based projects related to obesity and cancer. This position collaborates with Dr.

Becca Krukowski’s team within UVA’s Community Cancer Control and Obesity Research Center and the UVACCC Cancer Prevention and Population Health program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, behavioral science, health sciences or related field required.
• Master's degree in nutrition, physical activity, public health, behavioral science, health sciences, or related field OR Bachelor's with two years relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Help develop study protocols and IRB submissions.
• Collect and verify data relating to human subject's research.
• Interact with participants.
• Develop self-monitoring feedback messages for research participants.
• Assist with qualitative and quantitative data management and analysis.

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health or related field

Master's degree in nutrition, physical activity, public health, behavioral science, health sciences or related field OR Bachelor's with two years relevant work experience

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

The Department of Public Health Sciencesin the School of Medicine at the University of Virginia (UVA) is currently seeking a motivated public health and\/or behavioral science professional to act as a research specialist to support the execution of several community-based research projects. The research projects are related to obesity, and cancer. This position is with Dr. Becca Krukowski's team and in affiliation with theCommunity Cancer Control and Obesity Research Center and theUVACCC Cancer Prevention and Population Health (CPH) Program.

Responsibilities

• Help develop study protocols and IRB submissions
• Collect and verify data relating to human subject's research
• Interact with participants
• Develop self-monitoring feedback messages for research participants
• Assist with qualitative and quantitative data management and analysis

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in public health, behavioral science, health sciences or related field required

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: A Master's degree in nutrition, physical activity, public health, behavioral science, health sciences, or related field OR a Bachelor's degree in nutrition, public health, behavioral science, health sciences, or related field with two years relevant work experience. Experience gained as a student will be considered.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent communication skills, including with diverse audiences for recruitment and participant management efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to understand research processes and knowledge of general research procedures, including survey procedures.
• Proficiency with computer software, including Word, Power Point and Excel.
• Experience with community-based lifestyle behavioral trials and grant funded projects.
• Experience with data entry and conducting simple statistical analyses.

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary Range

• The anticipated hiring range is $24.00 - $26.92 hourly ($50,000 - $56,000 annualized), commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type & Work Location

• This is a non-exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.
• This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.
• This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

About UVA and the Community

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Application Timeline

Application review will begin August 13, and the position will remain open until filled.

Additional Requirements

• Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
• This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

• For questions about the application process, please contact Melanie Sponaugle, [e-mail].

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.