Research Associate
Location: Anchorage Alaska
Description: University of Alaska is at the momment seeking for Research Associate right now, this career will be placed in Alaska. More details about this career opportunity please read the description below. Position number (PCN):
730608
Job Open Date
05-21-2013
Review Date To ensure consideration, please apply prior to the review date.
06-04-2013
Job C! lose Date Jobs close at 5:00 PM Alaska time on the date listed.
Open Until Filled
Months per Year
12
Job Location
Anchorage_03
Department Legend
- W = Statewide
- A = UAA
- F = UAF
- G = UAFGI
- S = UAS
Assignment Information
Term Funded
Major Org Unit
University of Alaska Anchorage
Region
Anchorage/Matsu
Job Type
Clerical/Office Support Data Analysis, collection and entry Healthcare and Nursing Research
Internal Applicants Only? Click here for a definition of Internal Applicants
No
Salary Grade Salary Schedule
00_79
Salary
DOE
Bookmark to Job Posting
www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=81081
HR Phone Number
University of Alaska Anchorage - (907) 786-4608
University of Alaska Anchorage - ! uaa_akjobs@uaa.alaska.edu
Job Posting Information
Job Posting Summary
The Institute of Circumpolar Health Studies (ICHS) (http://www.ichs.uaa.alaska.edu/) is a public health research institute within the College of Health at the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), Diplomacy Building. ICHS handles extensive confidential research and survey information, with substantive reporting and cooperative research with external cohorts and agencies. It has substantial statistical and survey software requirements for innovative information analysis. The focus of the Institute is research and policy development in public health and health systems. Prospective research foci are the social and physical determinants of Alaskan population health (including access to quality health care, addiction to alcohol, tobacco, and other substances, diet and nutrition, and global climate change). ICHS external agencies include AK DHSS, CDC, NIH and numerous private and publ! ic stakeholders in Alaska health issues. It also supports UAA academic development with research discoveries.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position.
Understanding of ESRI, SAS, SPSS, N*Vivo, Atlas and/or other software packages to analyze spatial, quantitative, or qualitative data, and ability to draft tables, charts, and reports describing these analyses are required. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply written materials, policies, rules and regulations is required. Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with individuals and groups and to work successfully as a mentor of a team, including planning and organizing work, as well as scheduling, directing and reviewing work of others is required. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and to organize and present facts and opinions are required. Ability to analyze complex situations and make responsible decisions. Advanced Internet! research skills, excellent time management skills, and disciplined att! ention to organization, detail and follow-through are required. Ability to work with discretion, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound independent judgment is required.
Typical education or training required for this position (including licenses).
Bachelor's degree in social or natural science or relevant field
Length of time and type of experience required for this position.
One year of applied research experience beyond the bachelor's level in the social or natural sciences or relevant field
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities for this position.
Familiarity with Alaska health issues and data sources is preferred. Experience with basic office equipment, and extensive experience and knowledge in using MS Office Professional Suite, especially Excel and Outlook, are preferred.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following documents electronically: 1. Cover Letter 2. Res! ume 3. Contact information for three professional references (two of which are current or prior supervisors) If you have any problems applying for this position please call the UAA HR Helpdesk at (907) 786-4608 for assistance.
Special Conditions of Employment
Describe any other special skills/knowledge required for this position (e.g. additional training, heavy lifting or traveling).
Information
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action : The University of Alaska is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational institution. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application and screening process should contact the local Human Resources office. Public Disclosure : Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. Background Investigation : Finalists may be ! subject to a background investigation. Any offer of employment is conti! ngent upon a review of the results of the background investigation by the Human Resources office. Immigration Reform and Control Act : Person(s) hired by the University of Alaska must comply with the provisions of the Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. All employees must provide proof of eligibility to work. For foreign nationals requesting employer sponsored visas, a job must qualify as a "specialty occupation" to be eligible for sponsorship of a U.S. H 1B visa petition. You must present your Social Security Card as verification of your Social Security Number. If you do not have a social security number, you must present a receipt from the Social Security Administrations stating you have applied for a social security number within 10 days of your employment with the University of Alaska. Social Security : On January 1, 1982, the University opted out of the Social Security system; however, participation in Social Security is still required for adjunct facul! ty hired after January 1, 1996, temporary staff, extended temporary staff, and certain student employees. Also, benefit-eligible employees hired after April 1, 1986, are required to pay into Medicare even though they do not participate in Social Security. Benefits : Refer to the Benefits web page at http://www.alaska.edu/benefits for more information on benefits available to University of Alaska employees. E-Verify : The University of Alaska participates in the E-Verify program for federal contracts only. For our FAQ and F1 student information please see the following: E-Verify FAQ: http://www.alaska.edu/hr/procedures/PDF/personnel.reference.everify_faq.pdf E-Verify Participation Poster (English): https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf E-Verify Participation Poster (Spanish): https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/EverifyPosterSpanish.pdf Right to Work Poster (English): https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesCo! ntents/WebBPPOSTERRtoWEnglishversion.pdf Right to Work Poster (Spanish)! : https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/WebBPPOSTERRtoWSpanishversion.pdf
Job Duties
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Duty:
Provide project support to Faculty/PIs: work with research team to develop proposals and budgets; and manage travel and meetings.
Support faculty/PIs in pre/post award grant/contract management: monitor grant budget expenditures.
Lead temporary student workers in support of specialized research projects on behalf of the institute.
Other duties as assigned.
On large projects, coordinate with other researchers to collect and analyze data and design client reports.
Conduct literature reviews of the current body of population health research in AK and Circumpolar North.
Write sections of research reports and academic articles.
Present and discuss research results at conferences and workshops.
Conduct data collection for literature reviews.
Work with other researchers to build, manage, and maintain large datasets.
Compile, catalogue, analyze, and display socioeconomic, natural resource, program or health data using tables, graphs, charts and maps.
Document client meetings and presentations.
Assist in planning, scheduling and logistics coordination of client-focused programs.
Edit final versions of reports, papers, articles and other documents prior to submission.
Apply quantitative and qualitative data analysis to existing and new projects; analyze preliminary data and disseminate results to Principal Investigator and other members of the research team.
Participate in all data collection processes as necessary, including organizing information, data entry and participant tracking, generation of worksheets and summary of data.
Other duties as assigned
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This career starts available on: Wed, 10 Jul 2013 12:14:09 GMT