Req #: 229963

　　Department: DEPT OF HEALTH SYSTEMS AND POPULATION HEALTH

　　Posting Date: 01/11/2024

　　Closing Info: Open Until Filled

　　Salary: 50% - 75% of $5,417 - $6,086 per month

　　Shift: First Shift

　　Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf )

　　As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

　　UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

　　The Department of Health Systems and Population Health (HSPop) has an excellent opportunity for a temporary, part-time (50% - 75% FTE) Research Coordinator to work with the Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC), one of 26 Prevention Research Centers funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

　　This position will primarily support a new project in collaboration with Sound Generations and the Washington State Health Care Authority to develop mobile crisis response resources for older adults. The Research Coordinator will support all phases of the project, including researching and analyzing crisis response practices; developing focus group and interview guides; convening, conducting, analyzing, and summarizing focus groups and key informant interviews; developing a systems map of existing crisis response resources; and developing an older adult mobile crisis response resource. Other responsibilities include coordinating communication within the project team and with project partners; scheduling focus groups and interviews; and associated coordination tasks that arise during the project lifecycle. Overall, this position will have a significant contribution in designing and conducting project activities.

　　The work of equity, diversity and inclusion is the work of Public Health. HSPop is committed to a future that is free of health inequities, that promotes the highest level of wellness for the communities we serve, and a diverse and inclusive public health workforce that embodies humility, respect, leadership, and service on behalf of, and with, the diverse communities we are privileged to serve. HSPop is a dynamic academic and research department with the mission of working with partners in public health, health care, and community to prepare leaders, design solutions, and conduct innovative research that is translated into practice and policy. HSPop is steadfast in its efforts to improve and promote the health of all populations, and staff contribute daily and directly to the work of faculty, students, researchers, and other staff, providing support and expertise to the department's common cause.

　　This position requires a high level of organization and attention to detail, ability to manage deadlines, and flexibility to work with partners. The candidate who fills this position will work with community and state partners, project design and implementation, dissemination activities, as well as project management and technical support. The Research Coordinator will represent the project when interacting with research partners, community partners, research participants, and other stakeholders.

　　DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:Research Coordination (60%)

　　Coordinate and participate in all phases of project activities and deliverables.

　　Plan, develop agendas, and participate in investigator, research project team, and partner meetings; track action items.

　　Coordinate communication with study team, center administrative staff, and partners, which may include state agencies, health systems, and community-based organizations.Research Development and Implementation (20%)

　　Participate in the research and analysis of crisis response practices and development of a systems map of existing crisis response resources.

　　Collaborate with project team to develop focus group and interview guides.

　　Coordinate and support conducting focus groups and stakeholder interviews.Analysis and Dissemination of Findings (15%)

　　Assist in analyzing focus groups and interviews findings.

　　Collaborate on and contribute to the design, creation, drafting and editing of project-specific deliverables and written communications, e.g., journal articles, reviews, meeting summaries, progress reports, and PowerPoint presentations.Other duties as assigned (5%) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

　　Master’s Degree in Public Health, Social Work, Health Administration, Genetic Counseling or a related field AND 1 year of experience in public health or social service OR an equivalent combination or education and experience.

　　Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Experience coordinating complex projects with multiple project team members who come from a variety of professional backgrounds.

　　Ability to represent HPRC in a professional and congenial manner with professional colleagues both within academia and in public and private organizations outside of academia.

　　Experience working in cross-sector projects or partnerships.

　　Demonstrated qualitative research skills (instrument design, focus groups/interviews, and analysis).

　　Strong oral and written communication skills.

　　Ability to work both independently with limited supervision and as part of a team.

　　Ability to exercise sound judgment and to address complex situations with creativity.

　　Ability to communicate well with people from diverse ethnic/racial, socioeconomic, and professional backgrounds.

　　Ability to review existing research, literature, and resources to contribute to the creation of project deliverables.

　　Highly organized and attentive to detail.

　　Ability to balance multiple demands simultaneously under time constraints.

　　Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Two to three years’ work experience in the field of public health or social services.

　　Experience or strong interest in older adult populations.

　　Experience with community-based crisis response.

　　Experiences with qualitative analysis software. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

　　University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.