Qualitative Analyst

Full-time Qualitative Analyst needed for the Center for Healthcare Organization and Implementation Research (CHOIR) in the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration located at the VA Bedford Healthcare System in Bedford, Massachusetts.

We are looking for a motivated individual with qualitative methods expertise to work as part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary research team conducting work evaluating patient-centered care in the VA healthcare system. The individual will be expected to lead the development, collection, analysis and dissemination of qualitative data. Requirements for the position include ability to work independently; strong qualitative research training and background; experience working in research teams; and ability to lead others through the process of qualitative data collection and analysis. Specific skills and responsibilities include:

• Working with a team of health services researchers to develop qualitative and mixed method protocols, recruitment and sampling strategies and data collection tools (e.g., interview guides).
• Collecting multiple types of qualitative data including semi-structured interviews with a variety of audiences; observing care processes and clinical encounters; and performing document or chart reviews.
• Working independently and/or with others to develop coding frameworks that support qualitative data organization and analysis
• Using qualitative data management software (e.g., NVIVO, AtlasTi) to manage/organize data
• Analyzing qualitative data using a variety of methods, including rapid, thematic and content analysis.
• Synthesizing qualitative results and presenting them in multiple formats (e.g., poster/oral presentations, reports, manuscripts).
• Integrating qualitative data with quantitative data in mixed method studies.
• Providing (or co-leading) training on qualitative data collection and analysis.
• Providing supervision to project team staff.

Please note our research positions are "term," as they are grant-funded and must be renewed on a recurring basis. This position is funded for one year and may be renewed at the end of that period.

Conditions of Employment:

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/security investigation
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Personnel

About Center for Healthcare Organization and Implementation Research (CHOIR) - VA Bedford Healthcare System

CHOIR's mission is to advance coordinated, patient-centered health care for all Veterans through research and quality improvement. We are one of the largest health services research centers in VA, with multi-disciplinary teams located on both the Bedford and Boston VA campuses. We specialize in research focused on patient-centered care, care coordination, long-term care, safety and quality in healthcare services, and mental health and substance use recovery, among others. We are committed to engaging patients, providers, and other stakeholders in the design and dissemination of our research and disseminating research findings to a range of audiences within and outside of the VA healthcare system. Please visit our website: www.choir.research.va.gov

Please submit both a cover letter and resume. We will accept applications until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,129.00 - $96,363.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bedford, MA 01730: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Qualitative research: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location