Research Scientist

CHN Nebraska• US,

1h•$98,000 - $178,000•Remote

About The Position

The Research Scientist leads or oversees the scientific aspects of research and evaluation projects, including proposal development, research design, defining target populations, identifying data needs, developing measurement tools, data collection and analysis, and creating deliverables. The role also contributes to scientific and academic work, including developing manuscripts and conference presentations. The position may include supervisory duties as assigned. It is a full-time, remote position with a five-level structure based on years of experience; the Senior title is assigned to Levels 4–5. Travel may be required for client visits, conferences, promotional or networking activities, and the annual all-staff retreat.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills and experience collaborating and communicating with clients and funders.
Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods and data analysis.
Strong leadership skills and experience leading projects or people.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a history of scientific presentations and peer-reviewed publications.
Proficiency with data collection and analysis tools such as SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics, NVivo, SPSS, and SAS.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom.
Maintain a productive, comfortable, and distraction-free remote work environment.
Comply with the CNHI work schedule.
Follow care and security standards for CNHI-issued equipment.
Supply an Internet connection that allows seamless video conferencing.
Meet the position's physical requirements, including computer and telephone use, close-vision work, reaching, stooping or kneeling to install computer equipment, and light to moderate lifting.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in nutrition, public health, or a similar health-related field.
Completion of a postdoctoral fellowship and experience at or above the comparable level of Assistant Professor, preferably focused on behavioral nutrition or public health.
Skill in program evaluation and experience evaluating nutrition-related programs.
Foreign language skills.

Responsibilities

Lead or oversee the scientific aspects of research and evaluation projects.
Generate new projects by developing and submitting grant applications and RFP proposals.
Initiate and maintain relationships with partners, funders, and clients.
Develop project workplans covering research designs, participants, data elements, measurement tools, and deliverables.
Review comprehensive project plans to ensure alignment with workplans.
Oversee development of measurement tools by participating in planning sessions, reviewing tools, and providing final approval.
Ensure the integrity of sampling and data collection efforts.
Support qualitative data collection by conducting key informant interviews or focus groups when needed.
Support data analysis by conducting analyses and reviewing qualitative and quantitative outputs for accuracy.
Oversee project deliverables by participating in planning sessions, creating outlines, and reviewing drafts.
Guide and provide feedback to team members on project plans, measurement tools, data analysis, and deliverables.
Develop, submit, and deliver conference presentations and publish manuscripts.
Maintain working knowledge of significant developments and trends in nutrition-related fields.
Participate in Scientific Advisory Committee meetings, Scientist Retreats, and other appropriate meetings.
Serve in a supervisory role as assigned.
Perform other tasks as assigned.