Our Core Values
Our core values define who we are as an organization and serve as the foundation
of our code of ethics. Arbor Research expects all employees to embody and
demonstrate in our day-to-day work.
Collaborative Spirit: We expect each staff member to learn from and teach one
another and ask each to exhibit curiosity and respect for the contributions
of others.
Creativity: We strive to cultivate a challenging, stimulating, and supportive
environment where our employees are expected to be inquisitive, take the
initiative, and demonstrate ingenuity.
Credibility: Our employees are smart, thoughtful, and objective in their
work. We expect them to be technically solid in their area of expertise and
for those researching to demonstrate scientific rigor.
Dedication: Our team achieves success because of our dedication to carrying
out high-quality work and delivering trusted results.
Position Summary
The Associate Research Scientist specializes in implementation science,
qualitative and mixed methods research, and applied health services research.
This role requires experience in designing and leading research studies,
analyzing qualitative data, applying implementation science frameworks,
developing training and technical assistance, and translating findings into
actionable recommendations for multi-institutional, federally-funded research
consortia, including a global implementation science network.
A successful Associate Research Scientist typically advances to Research
Scientist in one to three years.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Design and refine data collection instruments, such as semi-structured
interview guides, and surveys; Conduct and facilitate virtual key informant
interviews and group discussions with investigators, trainees, and
implementation partners in diverse global settings.
Manage qualitative data in qualitative data analysis software, including
transcript preparation, codebook development, and coding.
Build and apply codebooks using both deductive and inductive approaches,
keeping codes consistent across data sources and cohorts.
Apply implementation science frameworks such as RE-AIM, CFIR, and PRISM to
organize and interpret findings.
Design and implement training courses for adult learners on topics related to
implementation science using adult learning principles.
Provide mentorship and/or guidance to other analytic staff.
Support large group academic meeting coordination, including drafting
agendas, polling questions, and meeting summaries
Lead projects including those focused on providing expert technical
assistance to clients or health care organizations, implementation of health
policies or health care delivery models, monitoring, program evaluation, and
learning collaboratives.
Provide operational oversight for projects, often including as a project
director, deputy project director, or task lead. Work with a Project Manager
to oversee the management of individual and team tasks and timelines. Build
and maintain relationships with project sponsors, external partners, and
internal managers and staff.
Participate in successful proposals for new research and evaluation projects
that meaningfully support or extend Arbor Research’s portfolio.
Provide scientific and operational oversight for research projects. Work with
a Project Manager to oversee the management of individual and team tasks and
timelines. Make significant contributions to study protocol development and
analytic approaches.
Develop and carry out methodological and/or applied research leading to
peer-reviewed publications, reports to sponsoring agencies, and other
dissemination strategies. Research agendas will be formulated to target both
individual and organizational development goals and may be supported by
funded project activity and dedicated organizational resources.
Qualifications
REQUIRED
PhD in public health, health behavior, health services research,
implementation science, sociology, anthropology, psychology, or other social
science field or master's degree with relative experience (PhD strongly
preferred)
Working knowledge of implementation science theories, models, and frameworks
Experience with qualitative analysis software (e.g., Dedoose, NVivo,
ATLAS.ti, MAXQDA)
Demonstrated training and hands-on experience in qualitative methods
(interviewing, coding, thematic or content analysis)
Experience developing training curricula, webinars, or technical assistance
resources for professional audiences
Demonstrated potential to meaningfully contribute to research projects, as
well as securing funding for new projects consistent with the Arbor Research
mission
Strong oral and written communication skills
Must be able, willing, and available to travel, including international, with
several nights away from home per year
Must possess a valid and active United States Passport to travel
internationally
ENTITY:
Arbor Research LLC.
DEPARTMENT:
Clinical and Epidemiological Studies
WORK ARRANGEMENT:
Remote
LOCATION:
Must be physically located in one of the following states:
Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Idaho,
Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, Ohio,
Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, or Virginia
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT STATUS:
Exempt
REPORTS TO:
Senior Research Scientist
HOURS PER WEEK:
40
SUPERVISES OTHERS:
No
OVERNIGHT TRAVEL:
Minimal, no more than 5%
SALARY RANGE:
$79,200 - $127,400 (US National Average)
Base Compensation is determined by market range and geographic location pay
zones. Base Compensation also includes various individual factors unique to each
candidate such as job level, prior experience, skill set, certifications, and
education, which may impact the compensation structure.