The Project Director will function with a high level of independence and serve as a key contributor across all phases of study development, community engagement, data collection, evaluation, and dissemination
Job Summary
The Project Director will function with a high level of independence and serve as a key contributor across all phases of study development, community engagement, data collection, evaluation, and dissemination.
This position requires in-person participation in community-based activities throughout Rhode Island as well as ongoing research in Washington, D.C.
This is a fixed-term position with a current end date of 6/30/2028, which may be extended based upon available funding.
Matching Summary
The Project Director will function with a high level of independence and serve as a key contributor across all phases of study development, community engagement, data collection, evaluation, and dissemination.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Community-engaged project coordination
Program evaluation methods
Multi-institutional collaboration coordination
Data collection and management
Grant proposal contribution
Scientific manuscript preparation
Nice-to-have
Team-based work environment experience
Synthesizing scientific literature
Preparing conference presentations
Engaging diverse community stakeholders
Independent and collaborative work skills
Key Requirements
Master’s in public health or related field
Ph.D. preferred
3–5 years community-based research experience
2–3 years supervisory/project management experience
Experience with schools and community organizations
Criminal background check and education verification