SSRS Researcher II

Job Summary

This position supports the Hmoob Lub Neej project, and reports to Principal Investigators Michal Engelman and Maichou Lor. The Researcher II will work with the research team (faculty, academic staff, and student workers) and Hmong community partners to (1) facilitate outreach to community organization to coordinate focus groups and survey participation; (2) support qualitative analysis and manuscript writing; and (3) support the fielding of a survey collecting data on social determinants of health for Hmong older adults. The position will be partially remote with some travel.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Collects and analyzes increasingly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, co-authors publications, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• Reviews and edits protocols to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and consistency
• Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area
• Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• Develops and implements increasingly complex research methodologies, procedures, and criteria