(Hybrid) HSTA Community Research Specialist - Health Sciences & Technology Academy

The Health Sciences & Technology Academy (HSTA) at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Community Research Specialist.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated Community Research Specialist to join our team, specializing in facilitating research projects with high school teachers and their students. The ideal candidate for this HYBRID position will live in WV and will guide educators in developing, implementing, and analyzing community research initiatives and projects. This role demands proficiency in statistics, analysis, pedagogy, and effective communication to foster strong partnerships and facilitate research endeavors. Must be willing to travel.

Area: South-central HSTA regions of WV, counties which include Webster, Braxton, Roane, Clay, Gilmer, Wyoming, Calhoun, Greenbrier, Fayette, Kanawha, Cabell, Lincoln, Boone, McDowell and others as needed and assigned.

If you are passionate about fostering research initiatives within high school students and communities and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a meaningful impact through education and community engagement.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
* 37.5-hour work week
* 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
* 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
* 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
* WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
* 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
* Wellness programs

What You'll Do

* Guide educators in developing, implementing, and analyzing community research initiatives and projects.
* Facilitating research projects with HSTA high school teachers and their students and the HSTA program.
* Teaching and communicate skills to foster strong partnerships and facilitate research endeavors.
* Organizational, data analysis with effective teaching and communication skills
* Developing research data and collection systems
* Lead large group events and provide effective training.
* Ability to deliver compelling oral and written reports at state and national levels.
* Ability to translate instruct and translate complex topics to high school students

• Master's degree in education Curriculum, STEM, Public Health, or related field.

• A minimum of six (6) months of experience in the following:

  • Experience in developing comprehensive research and data collection systems.
  • University, governmental, or service-oriented non-profit organization preferred.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of State, Board of Trustees, university, and Health Sciences Technology Academy policies preferred.
• Proficiency in information gathering, data collection, and report writing.
• Demonstrated expertise in policy and procedure development.
• Prior experience in curriculum development, grant writing, and project management.
• Familiarity with professional, staff, and student training methodologies.
• Ability to deliver compelling oral and written reports at state and national levels.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong partnerships with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills, especially in controversial situations.
• Proficiency in prioritizing responsibilities and initiating work independently.
• Strong analytical skills to research information and derive valid conclusions.
• Experience in grant writing, oversight, and protocol development.
• Ability to lead large group events and provide effective training.
• Familiarity with institutional policies, procedures, and IRB protocols.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, REDCap Software, and curriculum development.

• Willingness to travel across state and national borders.

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West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.