Research Assistant

Overview

CVP is seeking a Research Assistant to work with government organizations to execute large-scale organization transformation, performance and program management, and continuous process improvement.

The professional in this role will have a public health-related topical area of expertise (e.g., mental health, aging, psychosocial determinants of health, health equity, racial equity, health communications, health behavior change) and at least two years of experience applying various research methods (e.g., survey protocol development, focus group facilitation, data analysis, data visualization).

This is an opportunity to build competencies in the areas of basic consulting, assignment performance, and organization strategy. Expertise will include preparing deliverables on time, on budget, and of high-quality for client review.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent analysis and recommendations to senior leadership on status of program performance; assess initiative issues and risks and recommend mitigation strategies for resolution.
• Leverage expertise in systems thinking to inform its recommendations on changes to structures, processes and systems required to achieve organizational strategies and objectives.
• Support senior leadership decision boards that govern the progress of efforts and address risks or issues affecting success.
• Working with clients to conduct stakeholder analysis and define project management approaches.
• Working with clients to review and develop guidance and policies that will facilitate understanding, adoption and implementation of new processes.
• Develop Program Management artifacts as needed (Charters, SLAs, project plans, initiative briefings).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• 2 years of experience working on complex team-based engagements in a consulting organization, government staff or support contractor.
• Experience and/or knowledge of consulting methodologies such as change management, project management, process improvement, analysis and lean six sigma.
• Clinical trials research experience.
• Trial subject recruitment, IRB continuing review experience, database management experience, HIPAA training, EHR familiarity.
• Familiarity with project management tools.
• Ability to gather and analyze data effectively.
• Ability to deliver in project settings that require a grasp of cross-functional subject matter.
• Ability to be a self-starter in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to simplify complex ideas for non-experts to comprehend.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work without sponsorship in the US indefinitely.
• Ability to obtain a US security clearance if needed.

Desired Skills

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three to five years of professional work experience in Management Consulting.
• Project Management Professional Certification.
• Experience participating in the development of at least one complex organizational design or new office stand-up effort.
• Familiarity with VHA.
• Familiarity with oncology research trials, cancer treatment lifecycle, oncology patient populations.
• Familiarity with IRBNet and online subject management/tracking systems (REDCap, etc.).
• Understanding of "Decentralized Clinical Trials."

About CVP

Here at CVP we value our Veterans and encourage all to apply!

Customer Value Partners (CVP) is an award-winning business and next-gen technology consulting company that helps organizations navigate disruption and prepare for a culture of Continuous Change. We solve critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients through innovative strategies and solutions which leverage technologies and industry expertise in areas including Technology Modernization, Health, Data Science & Engineering, Business Transformation, and Cybersecurity. CVP delivers unparalleled excellence to clients and employees through our strong culture of integrity, engagement, respect, and a passion for our clients’ missions.

Customer Value Partners, Inc. is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Customer Value Partners seeks to provide employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.