Employees must reside in the state of Utah and will be expected to work on-site at VA SLC and/or University of Utah campus locations. Future consideration of a request for a hybrid (in-office and remote) work schedule would be subject to approval and change.
Job Summary
The Division of Epidemiology within the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah seeks a highly motivated Senior Research Analyst to join its staff. This position will work closely with the Trajectories of Resilience, Communities, and Health (TORCH) Lab, located on the University of Utah and the Salt Lake City Veteran Affairs campuses.
This individual will conduct research focused on Veteran Health care including quality and access to healthcare, health outcomes, healthcare utilization, and policy. They will work independently and assist researchers in the fields of social science, mental health, and anthropology using mixed-method research, policy and program evaluation, and leadership in multiple environments across the nation. This work includes developing technologies and existing alternatives.
Responsibilities
- Must meet criteria for VA access and work in VA setting.
- Serves as a qualitative researcher to collect research data employing a variety of techniques to include, but not be limited to, interviews, focus groups, case studies, and surveys.
- Assists investigators with design of qualitative research methods and procedures for collecting data.
- Evaluates methodological approaches for sampling, data collection.
- Formats, enters, and organizes data for statistical analysis.
- Conducts statistical analyses, employing methods of qualitative analysis to include, but not be limited to, content analysis, narrative analysis, discourse analysis, thematic analysis, and grounded theory analysis.
- Gathers statistical and narrative data on project status, including resource utilization, data on participation, adherence to protocols on matters such as participant education, control of data, and other similar matters.
- Uses a wide variety of computer applications for data analysis and data presentation.
- Presents results of qualitative data analysis in both oral and written formats (i.e., reports, conferences, manuscripts).
- Completes literature reviews on pertinent subjects.
- Assists investigators with design of qualitative research methods for proposals, grants, and manuscripts.
- Works to broaden research within the associated program or department.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); plus four years of related research experience, and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are also required. A Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
This position is not responsible for providing patient care. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Nearly Continuously: Office Environment.
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- * Please indicate the number of years of professional research experience that you have:
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more
- * Do you have a Master's degree in a related field?
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