Qualitative Researcher position for NY-Based Project
Field-Based Qualitative Researcher for Pilot Evaluation
Purpose: An experienced Field-Based Qualitative Researcher is sought to conduct field-based data collection for a phase-one pilot evaluation. The project will examine the implementation of interventions among HIV healthcare providers in New York State that aim to improve the linkage to and retention in services for HIV positive individuals. The field-based researcher will work closely with an off-site, lead researcher who has devised the evaluation, and will guide and supervise data capture and analysis. The ultimate goal is to offer insights about the implementation process to contribute to refining the interventions for broad distribution.
Responsibilities:
Conduct Fieldwork and Contribute to Analysis:
– Undertake participant observations of a handful of daylong meetings, one-on-one interviews and focus groups, and site visits
– Make detailed recordings and write up thorough narrative summaries of fieldwork to be used during analysis
– Create and follow data capture and management systems
– Incorporate research tools iteratively generated during the fieldwork period
– During analysis, contribute to coding and interpretation discussions and development of recommendations to refine the interventions towards broad dissemination
– Provide general project support to lead researcher
Availability:
– The pilot phase is anticipated to begin soon, and run for about 6 months. The position requires a commitment of an average of 5-10 hours per week during the project, but on a variable schedule; greater availability may be required during fieldwork (max. 20 hours a week).
– Daytime availability for meeting attendance is necessary.
– Fieldwork days/hours will vary, so flexibility in the researcher’s schedule is necessary.
– Because the lead researcher is primarily off-site, the field-based researcher must be available for weekly phone meetings.
– Some travel around New York State will be required.
Qualifications:
– Education: An advanced Master’s or Phd Level in social sciences and/or public health or related field emphasizing qualitative research methods training
– Experience – required:
– At least one previous project conducting qualitative fieldwork using participant observation, open-ended interviews, and/or focus group techniques, and using data in analysis and write up
– Strong interpersonal skills for fieldwork, and to effectively communicate with researchers responsible for other aspects of the evaluation
– Experience – desired:
– Conducting fieldwork and analysis with the aim of applying what is learned to program or policy recommendations and improvements
– Familiarity with HIV health services in New York or other American contexts, and/or US healthcare more generally
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience
Application Procedure: Please submit a cover letter, your CV, and an example of a fieldnote that you have taken during a fieldwork project along with a short description of the project. In the cover letter,
please also include your requested hourly rate. Questions and
materials should be sent to abaimlance.ai@gmail.com as soon as possible. The position will be open until a suitable candidate is found.
