What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Research Associate (Epidemiology) - Public Health - Remote position at Westat?
US - Nationwide
25736BR
Job Description
Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.
Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.
Job Summary:
Westat is seeking a Lead Research Associate to participate in epidemiologic studies and other health research working with government scientists primarily at the National Cancer Institute. This individual will manage the day-to-day activities of ongoing research involving protocol development, liaising with study sites, and the collection and processing of health data including bio-specimens.
Job Responsibilities:
- Work with investigators, study collaborators and project staff to develop and implement study protocols.
- Coordinate project communications including leading study meetings and producing reports on study progress.
- Arrange approvals and access to data sources and oversee data acquisition and management.
- Develop requirements for study and data management systems and associated QA/QC measures and reports.
- Monitor data collection and processing activities including liaison with study sites, laboratories and other collaborating organizations.
Basic Qualifications:
- A master's degree in public health with a concentration in epidemiology and a minimum of 4 years of related work experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with multi-site epidemiologic studies preferred.
- Experience with bio-specimen collection and management preferred.
- Administrative abilities, and the capability to handle multiple tasks while working in a team setting are essential.
Other Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated communication skills.
- Collaboration with teams, managers and/or clients.
- Organizational skills, including time management ability.
- Detail oriented.
Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Vacation Leave (15 days per year)
- Sick Leave (10 days per year)
- Holiday Leave (7 government holidays plus 2 floating holidays)
- Professional Development
- Health Advocate
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel Accident Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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Career Area
Research - Health Studies
Pay Range
The anticipated salary range for this role is $74,900k - $88k and will be commensurate with experience.
Bonus Eligibility
yes
Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Salary : $74,900 - $0
