Research Associate
The George Washington University (GWU ) School of Public Health and Health Services and the West Virginia Bureau of Public Health has been funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to conduct a Dissemination-Implementation Research Program (2008-11). The aim of this RO1 is to evaluate the level of adoption and behavioral impact of evidence based tobacco treatment methods for pregnant smokers for a state-wide perinatal program. This collaborative project needs a Research Associate to assist in project implementation. Specific functions will involve:
1. Manage data and quality control procedures for research databases.
2. Aiding in the development of the program and provide administrative and organizational support to the Primary Investigator and Deputy Director for all project-related activities.
3. Editing, updating, and contributing to publications.
4. Serving as liaison with the project site(s).
Basic Qualification: Applicant must have
• earned a masters degree in Health Education, Health Behavior, or Health Promotion from a CEPH accredited program or school of public health.
• experience using Teleform system.
• ability to analyze data using SAS.
• previous experience writing peer-reviewed journal articles for publication.
• previous experience managing and maintaining research databases.
• strong written and oral communication skills in English.
Application Procedure: Interested applicants should send the following documents:
1. A letter of interest with specific documentation of the criteria;
2. Current curriculum vitae or resume.
Electronic submission is preferred. Review of application will continue until position is filled. Only complete application will be considered. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.
The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Please submit all materials to Kalpana Ramiah, Research Scientist and Deputy Director, Prevention Research Center, Department of Prevention and Community Health, The George Washington University, 2175 K Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20037. sphkxr@gwumc.edu
The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
