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Job Title: Senior Research Scientist - Health Policy and Evaluation
Job Location: MD: Bethesda
Pay Rate: Open
Job Length: full time
Start Date: 2008-03-23
Company Name: National Opinion Research Center
Contact: Human Resources
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Description: Senior Research Scientist - Health Policy and Evaluation Tracking Code 2008077 Job Description The National Opinion Research Center (NORC) at the University of Chicago is seeking an experienced Senior Research Scientist to join the Health Policy and Evaluation Department (HP&E) in our Bethesda, MD office. HP&E conducts work on a variety of health policy topics including patient safety, health information technology, access to health care and the uninsured, health care expenditures, the Medicare program, and public health and emergency preparedness. The Senior Research Scientist will direct research projects and manage the activities of research assistants, analysts and other staff. Responsibilities include:Conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses; developing structured interview protocols; contributing to questionnaire content and design; leading stakeholder interviews; and designing research studies in collaboration with other staff, independently drafting and managing contract proposals and grant applications, communicating effectively with clients, consultants, and members of the research community, and gathering/assessing intelligence on upcoming research opportunities. The position also requires monitoring and oversight of financial and administrative aspects of ongoing projects. Required Experience Bachelors in social or behavioral sciences, Masters or Doctoral degree preferred. Candidates should have experience with the design and execution of social science research and in publishing research results, with a strong career-appropriate record of peer-reviewed technical publications. Training in an array of social science disciplines will be considered. In addition to a substantive background in a relevant discipline, the ideal candidate will have substantial experience and knowledge of the basic principles of research design and data analyses as well as experience with estimating project and proposal costs. The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills and aptitude in leading and working with project teams as well as coordinating on work conducted across the entire Department. a a NORC offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental and vision care, as well as life insurance, 403 (b) retirement fund, and tuition assistance. NORC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. Company Location Bethesda, MD (BETH) Job Location Bethesda, MD, US. Position Type Full-Time/Regular
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