Research Coordinator

Research Coordinator

The Division of Epidemiology and Community Health in the School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, is seeking a 100% time coordinator to manage a five-year NIH-funded research grant to compare experiences in cancer care between LGBTQ individuals and the impact poor cancer care and discrimination has on research participation. The objective of this research is : 1) to conduct in-depth qualitative interviews with LGBTQ patients; 2) to recruit LGBTQ cancer patients in clinics and from online sources; 3) to create an online, quantitative survey tool to quantify willingness to participate in cancer research across LGBTQ cancer patients and the impact of cancer care and perceived stigma on willingness to engage in research. This position will report to Dr. Simon Rosser, Principal Investigator, and Ms. Gunna Kilian, Program Director in the Division of Epidemiology and Community Health.

Job Responsibilities :

• Day-to-day implementation, management and coordination of all aspects of the study (20%);
• Prepare and maintain the study project schedule, ensuring that all aspects of the project, and reports are completed on time (10%);
• Recruit and conduct in-depth interviews with members of the LGBTQ community to investigate the experience of cancer treatment (10%);
• Analyze qualitative data using Nvivo 9.1 in order to increase understanding of emerging themes (5%);
• Assist with design, development, revision, quality control of an online needs assessment (15%);
• Recruit study participants at clinics and online sites (25%);
• Assist with quantitative analysis of the data using STATA 12 software package (5%);
• Assist with the preparation of reports, scientific publications, and presentations at national and international conferences, and liaisons with the IRB and the National Institute of Health (5%);
• Other duties as assigned (5%).

Qualifications Required Qualifications : (1) Bachelor Degree in a social science, public health, or related field or a combination of related education and work experience to equal 5 years; (2) experience with and sensitivity to the target population (LGBTQ); (3) experience and / or comfort conducting qualitative interviews; (4) experience with Institutional Review Board submissions; (5) experience in both qualitative and quantitative data collection methodology; (6) experience conducting basic statistical analysis; (7) excellent interpersonal and communication skills, good organizational skills and ability to work independently as well as with a multidisciplinary team.

About the Department

The Division of Epidemiology & Community Health focuses on disease and health in various populations. Our faculty and students examine the distribution, cause and prevention of diseases, and how human behavior affects overall health. The division offers MPH, MS and PhD degrees, as well as dual and joint degrees. Research : The work of epidemiologists spreads across sectors and areas of study, so our division and faculty are often partnering with other research entities and community organizations on public health research and interventions. We are committed to protecting research participants, upholding ethical standards, and improving our practice at every step of our work. Research priorities or pods which encourage collaboration and innovation among our faculty and build upon the division's robust research history include the fields of Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease, Global Health Infectious Disease, Maternal and Child Health, Healthy Weight, Social Epidemiology, Substance Abuse and Grocery Assistance Program Study for Families. The Division's Mission : To improve the health of the public through state-of-the art teaching, translation of research into practice, and training of the next generation of public health professionals.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range : $32.45-$37.98 per hour ($67,500-$79,000 annually) depending on education / qualifications / experience

Time Appointment Category : 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type : Civil-Service

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes : Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

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