The University of Montana invites applications for a Research and Evaluation Associate. The Research and Evaluation Associate will conduct research and evaluation activities across a range of topics including early childhood care and education, HIV care and prevention, and health equity in health systems. The Research Associate will create survey and interview data collection tools, conduct interviews and focus groups, analyze quantitative and qualitative data, and contribute to reporting and dissemination activities. This position requires the ability to collect and analyze data using credible, feasible, and culturally appropriate procedures. It also requires strong written and verbal communication skills.

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement online surveys
• Apply statistical analysis to survey data
• Independently conduct qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis and outcomes reporting
• Use systematic evidence to make evaluative judgments
• Oversees data management and human subjects’ protections
• Produce and maintain records of data collection and analysis decisions and processes
• Use technology appropriately to support and manage data collection, analysis and reporting
• Foster positive relationships for professional practice and evaluation use
• Apply equity awareness to data and analytics
• Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary team
• Support team efforts to complete projects ahead of deadlines
• Create effective data visualizations
• Contribute to development of high-quality reports, presentations and manuscripts
• Prioritize multiple tasks and priorities with limited oversight
• Analyze and creatively solve problems using new technologies and best practices

The employee assigned to this position may supervise one to two undergraduate or graduate students who will serve as research assistants. The individual in this position will delegate work assignments and oversee the performance of these graduate students. The person assigned to this position is not responsible for the supervision or management of classified staff members or contract professional employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Position Details:

• Position is full-time (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.), during the fiscal year (12-months) 0.75 FTE, Letter of Appointment and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program
• Salary for this position ranges from $50,000 – 58,000 per year commensurate with qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in public health, psychology, social work, education, anthropology, geography, economics and other related fields with a minimum of two years’ experience conducting similar research/data analysis, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of Excel, Qualtrics and other data analysis and software systems
• Understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A commitment to fostering a more equitable society through research and evaluation
• Knowledge of social determinants of health and leading health indicators
• Ability to develop a range of data collection tools through surveys, interviews and other means
• Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative data analysis
• Ability to conduct basic and advanced statistical analysis including data cleaning and manipulation, descriptive statistics and multivariate statistical analysis
• Creative problem-solver who collaborates well with others
• Ability to work with a positive attitude and with cultural humility
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with diverse audiences through both written and oral formats
• Learn new systems and procedures quickly
• High-level attention to details
• Ability to complete assigned tasks independently and on time
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to produce effective data visualizations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to embed equity into data, analysis and data visualizations
• Excellent written and public speaking skills for a diverse range of audiences
• Understand how research/data can be used to improve systems of care and outcomes for children, families and marginalized groups
• Experience administering online survey via social media platforms
• Experience conducting social network analysis
• Experience conducting research related to HIV care and prevention and/or LGBTQ+ health
• Proficient in using a wide range of software systems (e.g. R, STATA, SPSS, Tableau, RedCap, NVivo) for data analysis, generating reports, and disseminating findings

About UM and the Rural Institute on Disabilities:

The University of Montana is flagship, research-intensive R1 institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.

The Rural Institute on Disabilities engages in research, provide education and interdisciplinary training and develop model services that improve the skills, abilities, quality of life and satisfaction of people with disabilities in rural communities, their families and those who support and partner with them.

To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below. · University of Montana o Video: Mission First, People Always o UM on YouTube · City of Missoula o Video: There's This Place o Destination Missoula o Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce · The State of Montana o Visit Montana

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility. All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply:

**Priority Application Date: Sunday, **May 5, 2024 by 11:59 pm MST

Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials. Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button. Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.

• Letter of Interest – addressing the stated required skills for the position
• Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience
• Three (3) professional references - Names and contact information

*Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.

**Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

Required Skills

Required Experience

• Thorough knowledge of Corporate/Industry Safety standards.
• Working knowledge of CPM schedule.
• Working knowledge of cost report and labor production report.
• Thorough knowledge of corporate quality program.
• Thorough knowledge of subcontract language.
• Ability to work with and manage multiple people.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.