Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Assists in developing and conducting quality improvement and service implementation projects in Infectious Disease/Sexual Health care. Responsibilities include experiment design and program evaluation plans, data analysis, documentation of experiment results, writing manuscripts, assisting with writing research proposals and reports, and training other research group members.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Follows instructions and engages in discussion with principal investigator at regular intervals, designs research protocols, including: developing procedures for data collection, carrying out QI projects, and verification and management of data.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
• Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports. Verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these analyses.
• Conducts literature searches related to the research project and will explore new experimental research avenues as outlined in discussion with the principal investigator.
• Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers. This includes the preparation of figures and the writing of text.
• Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects. Suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate in oral and written form with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a diverse environment.
• Must have demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree plus four years of clinical or research experience with at least one year of lead or supervisory experience included; eig years of relevant education and work experience may substitute for this requirement.

Grade

C13

Salary Range

$68,100.00 - $105,500.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.