Job Title: Senior Research Scientist I
Shift Type: Experienced (Non-Manager)
Education: Doctorate
Location: Various parts of the USA
Category: Research
Job Type: Full-time and Part-time
Travel: Not specified
PIRE has a significant national presence in applied science, with funded research projects on prevention, treatment, and policy research. PIRE scientists and practitioners focus on the design and implementation of complex program evaluation strategies and conduct research related to health and social issues, and criminal justice.
Position Summary:
Prevention Research Center (PRC) is based in Berkeley, CA, and also has offsite workers across the USA. Founded as a National Alcohol Research Center, it focuses on environmental approaches to the prevention of alcohol-related problems and is continuously funded by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. PRC and PIRE have a significant national presence in applied science, with funded research projects on prevention, treatment, and policy research. PRC scientists and practitioners focus on the design and implementation of complex program evaluation strategies and conduct research related to health and social issues.
PRC, along with its parent organization Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation (PIRE), is seeking senior research scientists and evaluators to join our team. This opportunity is open to senior career investigators and evaluators who wish to continue their research program while enhancing PIRE's growing portfolio, including research in areas such as health, mental health, substance use, child welfare, education, criminal justice, public policy, and program evaluation.
PIRE is a soft-money research organization. This independence comes with the responsibility of seeking and securing one’s own funding, in collaboration with others. Please share a brief description of your research interests and current or potential funders as part of your CV and introduction letter.
Successful applicants will be expected to pursue their own research while collaborating with other PIRE scientists in areas of mutual interest. Current or recent funding from NIH, SAMHSA, and/or other federal or state agencies is desired but not required. PIRE is prepared to assist researchers who submit applications with limited startup funding, mentorship, administrative assistance, and collaborative scientific support. Employment is contingent upon successful awards.
PIRE is an independent, nonprofit organization merging scientific knowledge and proven practice to create solutions that improve health, safety, and well-being of individuals, communities, tribes, and nations around the world. For full-time researchers and evaluators, we offer excellent health coverage, a retirement plan, and flexible work arrangements.
Benefits Overview:
- 3.5-7 weeks of accrued PTO during the first year
- Company provided Retirement Plan
- Company provided Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment of $100k
- Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
We invite a CV and letter of introduction from senior-level investigators (scientists or evaluators) who have:
- Strong skills in project management, research collaboration, and proposal development.
- A track record of relevant publications.
- Experience writing grant and/or proposal applications for NIH, SAMHSA, and/or other agencies that fund scientific research.
PIRE has a strong commitment to research dissemination and moving science to practice and practice to science. Documentation of PIRE’s capabilities can be found on PIRE’s website (https://www.pire.org).
We look forward to discussing your interests and how your research can grow with PRC and PIRE.
Job Requirements:
- An advanced degree (e.g., M.D., Ph.D., J.D.) or equivalent experience.
- At least ten years of experience in a relevant professional research environment.
- Demonstrated ability to independently develop a research program.
- An established record of obtaining peer-reviewed funding alone or in collaboration with others.
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to beginning work at PIRE except in limited circumstances where an employee is legally entitled to an accommodation.
- The ability to work for a US employer.
Some Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Exemption Type: Exempt
PIRE is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. PIRE promotes acceptance of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, gender or physical ability or veteran status. PIRE is committed to employing, and advancing in employment, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
For reasonable accommodations in the application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@pire.org.
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