Public Health Foundation Enterprises, In
Research Associate (EHE) (Personal Services)
Heluna Health invites applicants to apply for the position of Research Associate supporting Los Angeles County Department of Public Health's Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) project. The EHE project seeks to reduce HIV transmission, increase linkages to care, increase pre-exposure prophylaxis program (PrEP) enrollment for high priority populations, and respond to HIV outbreaks as quickly and efficiently as possible. This position will work in the Research and Evaluation group, which was established to help evaluate program impact and pursue scientific research projects in support of Heluna Health's mission to enhance the health, wellness and resilience of every community we serve.
The Research Associate will lead a study of client recruitment challenges among underserved populations and develop potential solutions to support the implementation and scale up of the EHE Priority Populations initiative. The Research Associate will work closely with the team implementing and evaluating an intervention program aimed to increase treatment adherence among high priority populations in Los Angeles County. Responsibilities will include drafting qualitative data collection tools (interview guides), acting as a liaison with community-based organizations and/or patient advocacy groups, conducting in-depth interviews with key informants, coding and analyzing qualitative interview data, conducting a literature review, contributing to progress reports and data dissemination publications, and other administrative tasks as needed. The Research Associate keeps records of study progress including participant enrollment in the study, interview completion statistics, and documentation of qualitative analysis progress. The Research Associate works under general supervision of the Associate Research Scientist, works closely with the Public Health Evaluation Program Coordinator and other Research Assistants, and collaborates with other team members and groups.
This position requires experience with qualitative research analysis and software, Spanish language fluency, and knowledge of the principles of public health practice and research, including following data confidentiality requirements. The position also requires humility, tact, and skill in working with marginalized communities and vulnerable populations. The Research Associate is responsible for ensuring that work is completed in a timely manner, that documents are organized and detailed records are kept, works independently as well as collaboratively, meets reasonable deadlines, balances priorities adeptly, and applies judgement to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
This position is based in the Los Angeles, CA area, with the possibility of a hybrid work schedule. Duties include meeting with the external collaborators to conduct training and troubleshooting as it relates to the program evaluation project.
This is a part-time (20-24 hours/week), benefitted, grant-funded position with anticipated funding up to February 2025.
If you are hired, we will require you to prove that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine and proof of negative TB test or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.
The pay rate for this position is $40 - $45 per hour, commensurate with experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate has experience leading qualitative research projects, is proficient in qualitative analysis procedures, is passionate about working with vulnerable populations, has experience working with protected health information and maintaining confidentiality, enjoys public health research and/or program evaluation, shows creativity and resourcefulness in implementing projects, and demonstrates clear thinking through written and verbal communication. A successful candidate is one who consistently produces quality work, works independently, and maintains strong collaborations with internal and external partners. Specific job qualifications and desirable skills are detailed below.
Education/Experience
Certificates/Licenses/Clearances
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand: Frequently
Walk: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Handling / Fingering: Frequently
Reach Outward: Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Occasionally
Lift / Carry: Occasionally - Up to 10 lbs
Push/Pull: Occasionally - Up to 10 lbs
See: Constantly
Taste/ Smell: Not Applicable
Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions
Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently = (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly = (5+ hrs/day)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
General office setting with hybrid (home-based) remote option.
EEOC STATEMENT
It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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