Research Specialist
About the role
South Dakota State University is seeking to hire a part-time Research Specialist who will join our search dynamic team by helping power the discoveries that strengthen nursing, support communities, and inform the next generation of care. This is a part-time position at 45%-time and can be located either in Brookings, SD or Rapid City, SD. Shape the future of healthcare professionals by joining South Dakota State University’s College of Nursing as a research specialist. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence in education, clinical practice, and research. Our state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative environment provide the ideal setting for innovative teaching and impactful research. Our research priorities are improvement of health outcomes, promoting health for rural and underserved populations, and transforming nursing and interprofessional health education. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities
- Lead funded evaluation and assessment projects within the Office of Nursing Research including oversight of project activities and procedures
- Conduct data analysis
- Author project reports and other contract deliverables
- Present findings at local and/or regional events
- Assist with development of contract proposals and amendments, budgets, and project procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or a closely related field by date of application
- At least three years of experience in program evaluation relating to public health, chronic disease management principles, and/or other social sciences
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel
- Preferred: Master’s Degree with at least 2 years of experience in program evaluation
- Preferred: Proficiency with computer software, data management, and data analysis
- Preferred: Experience in independently designing and implementing project procedures
- Preferred: Ability to collaborate between departments, agencies, and with other project staff to achieve project completion
Benefits
Annual Leave and Sick Leave are accrued on a prorated basis.
Schedule
Part-time position at 45%-time.