Job Summary
The College of Public Health is recruiting up to two full-time Research Associates to advance and grow its Center for Rural Health Research.

The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for supporting and collaborating on analyses of quantitative and qualitative data; development and implementation of analytic strategy; management of datasets; the application of appropriate research methods; interpretation of findings; and maintaining effective communication with project leaders and key partners. The successful candidate(s) will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of investigators, staff, project managers, and graduate assistants.

The ideal candidate(s) will possess proven experience and expertise as a health researcher with a quantitative and/or qualitative background in one or more of the following areas: rural health and rural public health, innovative approaches to healthcare delivery, and evaluation of community-based organizations. Applicants with a track record of collaborating with diverse stakeholders and with demonstrated skills and experience in designing and supporting innovative, high-quality research, intervention, or policy studies, analysis of large datasets, and dissemination of findings to broad audiences are of particular interest. Exemplary writing skills are essential, and candidates will be asked to provide examples of previously published manuscripts or completed project reports in which they were the lead author or main contributor.

While this position is funded through existing gifts and grants, candidates with demonstrated experience in grant writing and the ability to obtain external funding to expand the Center for Rural Health Research initiatives are preferred. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Comprehensive benefits are provided.

Located in the beautiful mountains of the Appalachian Highlands of Tennessee, Johnson City enjoys no state income tax, numerous lakes and parks, a moderate climate, and four distinct seasons that facilitate a myriad of outdoor activities. The area offers award-winning public school systems and a family-friendly environment for outdoor enthusiasts.

The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to University facilities and services, and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information. https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position’s essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and experience in quantitative research and evaluation methodologies for the social sciences.
Knowledge and experience in qualitative research and evaluation methodologies for the social sciences.
Ability to use SAS, STATA, or R statistical software packages for data management and analysis.
Ability to manage large datasets with data management best practice methods.
Proficiency in scientific and technical writing and program evaluation.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to prepare manuscripts and evaluation reports for publication and dissemination.
Ability to coordinate multiple resources and tasks.
Possess strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work productively with multiple audiences, including faculty, staff, and students.
Ability to work as an essential member of a highly functioning and diverse research team.
Required Qualifications
Doctoral degree in a relevant field, eligible for appointment in one of the five departments in the College of Public Health (Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Community and Behavioral Health, Environmental Health, Health Services Management and Policy, and Health Sciences. Candidates with a Master’s degree in a relevant field with exceptional experience in rural health research may be considered.
Training and or experience in quantitative research design and methods, qualitative methods, program planning and evaluation, and/or policy analysis.
Experience with study design, quantitative and/or qualitative analysis.
Experience with scientific writing, including examples as lead author or main contributor.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with grant writing and administration
Understanding of federal, state, regional, and local funding opportunities

Salary Salary is commensurate with education and experience.