Public Health Program Associate - Rollins School of Public Health

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Behavioral, Social and Health Education Sciences department in the Rollins School of Public Health of Emory University is committed to posing timely research questions that are grounded in social and behavioral theory where understanding rests on the consideration of multiple levels of influence as well as advancing empirical support for effective interventions that can be implemented and disseminated across a broad array of contexts. We are searching for a new member of our team to manage the daily study activities for several ongoing research projects. The Public Health Program Associate will report to the Principal Investigator and assist in the management of daily administrative and research activities including but not limited to study oversight, implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection, data analysis, protocol and manuscript development, research team management and coordination, and IRB oversight. Experience in HIV prevention and HIV testing certification desired.

Requirements

• A master's degree in Public Health, a master of science degree in Public Health or Health Education, OR a master's degree in Development Practice OR a master's degree in another field and one year of public health experience.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2-3 years of professional experience in a related field such as public health research, program development and management.
• Previous supervisory and program/project management experience.
• Experience in program development, administration, and management in an academic or public health organization is preferred.
• Experience in HIV prevention and HIV testing certification desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Under limited supervision, uses a basic knowledge of public health principles to analyze, develop, implement, and promote new and creative strategies and solutions to address public health issues and challenges.
• Addresses public health issues by providing education, technical assistance, advocacy, public awareness, and research.
• Works with programs or studies designed to evaluate the prevalence or surveillance of public health issues and the effectiveness of targeted interventions.
• May provide technical assistance to organizations to include presentations, web-based resources, strategies, and educational forums to address specific public health issues.
• May work with clinical study sites on patient recruitment and data collection standards.
• Assists with data collection and data analysis.
• Contributes to proposals, protocols, data analysis plans, reports, manuscripts, and presentation of study findings.
• May assist in designing, developing, and conducting targeted training initiatives.
• May collaborate with external organizations to develop action plans and goals to achieve specific objectives.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.
• Manage the daily study activities for several ongoing research projects.
• Assist in the management of daily administrative and research activities including but not limited to study oversight, implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection, data analysis, protocol and manuscript development, research team management and coordination, and IRB oversight.

Benefits

• Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
• Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
• Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination.
• Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities).
• Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

What This Job Offers

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