Research Associate at University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

Logo For Posting:

Posting Number:

RTF00137PO24

USC Market Title:

Research Associate

Link to USC Market Title:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156375

Business Title (Internal Title):

Research Associate

Campus:

Columbia

Work County:

Richland

College/Division:

School of Medicine Columbia

Department:

School of Medicine

Advertised Salary Range:

$54,165-$81,247

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

40

Work Schedule:

Standard working schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm




Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position:

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis :

12 months

Job Search Category:

Other Professional

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement:

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

South Carolina Retirement:

Yes

State Insurance Programs:

Yes

Annual Leave:

Yes

Sick Leave:

Yes

Advertised Job Summary:

This position will lead and manage the evaluation needs of the School of Medicine's South Carolina Center for Rural and Primary Health Care. This includes developing and implementing the Center's evaluation and impact assessments; directing funding program evaluations; meeting all external contractual needs; and providing supervision and management for the Evaluation division. The lead evaluator will work closely with the Center's Directors to assure the execution of all evaluation activities. Candidate must demonstrate a commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.

Required Education and Experience:

Master's degree in a related field and 2 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prefer previous experience in program evaluation with both qualitative and quantitative methodology. Prefer strong experience in Microsoft package (including Excel, Word, etc). Experience with ArcGIS and/or Tableau.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to establish relationships and work collaboratively with local , state, and federal agencies and associations. Ability to communicate effectively, with strong oral and written communication skills. Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.

Job Duty:

In collaboration with Center Directors and the Research and Evaluation Team, develop, oversee, and implement a Center-wide inclusive evaluation of impact plan. This includes aggregating data, impact assessments, and other outcome metrics from center and center-funded activities. Oversees the submission of necessary outcomes for such reporting. Generates an annual impact report. Also assists in the development, implementation, and dissemination of evaluations for Center funded programs. Works with Directors and Portfolio managers to determine data collection and reporting strategies and provides technical assistance as needed.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

30

Job Duty:

Assists in the creation of program management solutions, Center standard operating procedures, and implementation of best practices for evaluation activities. Anticipates ongoing program requirements and initiates the preparation of information to meet long term goals and objectives.Assists in the recruitment, interviews, and onboarding of new evaluation team personnel including staff, Graduate Assistants and Post-Docs. Supervises any direct reports.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

30

Job Duty:

Works with Center Directors to solicit new and expanded external evaluation contracts, as appropriate. Manages stakeholder expectations and provides pre-award documentation as needed. Works with Center finance experts to develop appropriate budgets. Oversees all contracted Center evaluations including managing, conducting, and executing the required tasks outlined in each awarded contract as well as overseeing data collection (both qualitative and quantitative) and linking workplan activities to outcomes. Also includes requesting statewide/administrative data and completing all regulatory requirements while working with Center Research Scientist on appropriate statistical analyses. Act as the liaison for such external evaluations contracts. This includes pre-contract tasks such as managing relationships, creating budgets in collaboration with Departmental Finance personnel, developing appropriate documentation, etc.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

15

Job Duty:

Assists in any center research project , internally or externally funded, as appropriate. Includes creating and conducting qualitative research activities, assisting the Research and Evaluation team on tasks, or other relevant research and evaluation activities. With the team, develops and/or assists with the development of research and scholarly products.Provides assistance to the Center in grant development. This may include assistance in identifying relevant requests for proposals; assistance in writing grant applications; and administrative tasks associated with grant development and submission.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Working in conjunction with the Center dissemination plan, creates materials related to program activities and facilities distribution to relevant stakeholders and audiences. Use of social media, printed materials, and other media included. Prepares scholarly products, such as presentations and manuscripts. Communicates and distributes information about program services to external partners such as SC AHEC, SC Office of Rural Health, and others.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Preforms other duties as assigned

Essential Function:

No

Percentage of Time:

5

Hazardous weather category:

Non-Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.:

No

Number of Vacancies:

1

Job Open Date:

04/30/2024

Job Close Date:

06/13/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.









We are only accepting applications submitted by
June 13, 2024.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/167632

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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