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The Qualitative Analyst in the Core for Applied Research and Evaluation (CARE) within Creighton University's Institute for Population Health supports a portfolio of applied research and program evaluation projects focused on improving population health, advancing health equity, and strengthening health systems and community-based programs.

Working under the supervision of the Director of the Core for Applied Research and Evaluation, the Qualitative Analyst contributes to the design, implementation, and analysis of qualitative and mixed-methods research and evaluation activities, including community-based participatory research, across multiple projects. Responsibilities include conducting interviews and focus groups, managing qualitative data collection, performing qualitative analysis, document analysis, coordinating project activities, and supporting dissemination of findings.  Responsibilities also include project management support for the CARE unit's work.

The position requires strong organizational and project management skills, experience with qualitative research methods and/or community-based participatory research, and the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, health system partners, and community organizations.

Essential Functions:

Conduct Research and Evaluation: Execute qualitative and mixed-methods research and evaluation activities, including:
    Developing interview and focus group guides
    Conducting interviews, and focus groups
    Managing qualitative data collection and documentation
    Coding and analyzing qualitative data using established analytic approaches
    Contributing to interpretation of findings and development of reports

Project Management: Support project management across multiple research and evaluation projects, including:
    Coordinating project timelines and deliverables
    Communicating with internal and external partners
    Maintaining project documentation
    Assisting with IRB submissions, data use agreements, and related compliance activities
    Tracking project progress and identifying potential challenges
    Provide support to student assistants, interns, or trainees involved in CARE projects, as assigned.

Development and Dissemination of Work: Support research and evaluation design, analysis, and dissemination, including:
    Assisting with development of evaluation plans and study protocols
    Supporting mixed-methods integration of qualitative and quantitative findings
    Preparing reports, presentations, and manuscripts
    Contributing to grant proposals, contracts, and project scopes of work

Institutional Collaboration: Work in partnership with the CAREs team and Institute for Population Health faculty and staff to support the growth and impact of applied research and evaluation activities, including participation in meetings, planning activities, and cross-project initiatives.

Qualifications:

    Master's degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Health Services Research, Sociology, Psychology, or a related field required
    Minimum of 2 years of experience conducting qualitative research, program evaluation, or applied research required
    Experience conducting interviews and/or focus groups required
    Experience analyzing qualitative data using established methods (e.g., thematic analysis, framework analysis, content analysis, or grounded theory) required
    Experience managing or coordinating projects preferred
    Experience working in healthcare, public health, community-based organizations, or academic research environments preferred

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at HR@creighton.edu. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values.