Senior Researcher, Health Communication Research

At Fors Marsh, we combine the power of science and strategy to improve people’s lives. Each day, we work with institutions and organizations that seek to disrupt markets, understand and influence behavior, drive action on a national scale, and create a positive impact. Our approach extends far beyond our client portfolio—as a certified B Corporation and a 2020 Greenbook Top 50 Market Research Company, we make a difference in our community through corporate-sponsored employee volunteer programs and pro bono partnerships with values-aligned nonprofits. Most importantly, as a 2019-2023 Washington Post Top Workplace, we are committed to putting people first and foster a culture that reflects that commitment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we celebrate diversity and inclusivity as the foundation of a healthy, successful, and innovative work environment. Join us, and together we can work to ensure a better tomorrow.

The Health Communication Research division needs a self-starter to manage multiple, complex formative, process, and summative evaluations that guide the planning, implementation, and revision of national, state and community-based health-related communication programs, campaigns, and activities that are primarily sponsored by federal government agencies in the United States. This senior position is ideal for someone who is continuing to build a career in applied research using mixed methods for multiple projects, particularly those that must use cultural competency and plain language to speak authentically and respectfully to underserved populations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage teams that design and execute studies, ensuring that work meets a high standard of quality within budgets and timelines
• Develop team members through timesheet and expense monitoring, workload management, goal-setting, training, ongoing coaching, and continuous performance reviews
• Oversee new business development efforts, including by developing proposals for new clients
• Support client account management to understand research needs, manage expectations, and build long-term relationships
• Review and provide feedback to team members on deliverables (e.g., study plans, research materials, reports, strategic plans, presentations, infographics)
• Lead submissions of research packages to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
• Spearhead the development of creative solutions to problems
• Support the dissemination of research (e.g., via manuscripts, presentations, and posters)
• Support collaborations with other divisions at Fors Marsh (e.g., related to marketing and outreach, advanced analytics, user experience research)
• Support thought leadership (e.g., via webinars, professional association events)

Qualifications:

• Master’s or doctoral degree, ideally in health communication, and if not then in communication, public health, psychology, sociology, anthropology, or a related social science field
• At least 10 years of work experience
• At least 2 years of experience with managing teams for multiple fast-paced, budget-defined contracts
• At least 2 years of experience with supervising staff members
• Strong self-starting skills
• Experience with theory-based based, mixed-methods research that incorporates cultural competency
• Experience with managing changing needs and expectations from multiple stakeholders (e.g., project directors, clients)
• Experience with IRB and OMB reviews
• Experience with translating complex research results into recommendations or strategic plans to inform the development and refinement of programs, campaigns, and activities
• Experience with developing proposals and/or grants
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate proficiency with qualitative (e.g., NVivo) and quantitative software (e.g., SAS, Stata, SPSS)

We Offer:

Our benefits typically meet or exceed our competitors’ packages. Ways we are unique?

• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and long and short-term disability coverage all covered at 100% for employee coverage.
• Our company culture, which values balance. We work around our personal realities while always accomplishing what’s expected of us.
• We provide a floating holiday bank so you can celebrate the days you value.
• Generous matching retirement contributions and no vesting period in your third month of employment.
• Dedicated training and development budgets to expand your expertise and grow your skillset.
• You can volunteer your way with paid time off.
• You can participate in Fors Marsh staff-led affinity groups.
• Our employees receive product and service discounts through the certified B Corp network.

Salary: $100,000-$116,500

Location: Remote, United States residents only

EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.