Program Research Specialist III

Health Research Incorporated • Albany, NY

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Research Specialist III will work in the Division of Epidemiology, Evaluation and Partner Services (DEEP) within the AIDS Institute (AI). The incumbent will design and implement qualitative and mixed-methods research and evaluation projects that support HIV surveillance, epidemiology, and syndemic initiatives. This work will examine the complex social, behavioral, structural, and health system factors that influence HIV and related health conditions, generating evidence to inform public health practice, program planning, and collaborative responses across intersecting public health priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of research experience in the collection and analysis of data; OR an Associate’s degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience.
• A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of such experience.
• Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or higher in Public Health, Epidemiology, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Social Work, Implementation Science, Evaluation, or a closely related field.
• Experience supporting or conducting qualitative or mixed-methods studies and evaluation activities.
• Experience with qualitative surveys, focus groups, key informant interviews, or diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proficiency with qualitative data analysis software such as NVivo, ATLAS.ti, MAXQDA, Dedoose, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of HIV, sexually transmitted infections, hepatitis C, substance use and social determinants of health.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex findings through reports, presentations, data visualizations, manuscripts, or policy briefs.
• Experience authoring or co-authoring peer-reviewed publications, conference abstracts, or technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement qualitative and mixed-methods research and evaluation projects that support HIV surveillance, epidemiology, and syndemic initiatives.
• Examine the complex social, behavioral, structural, and health system factors that influence HIV and related health conditions.
• Generate evidence to inform public health practice, program planning, and collaborative responses across intersecting public health priorities.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave
• Tuition support
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level