[Jobs] FW: Job Posting for NIH Sponsored Qualitative Research Project

[Sarah K. Cowan]

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From: Sociologists for Women in Society [mailto:SWS at LISTSERV.URI.EDU] On Behalf Of Christine Morton
Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 2010 12:12 PM
To: SWS at LISTSERV.URI.EDU
Subject: FW: Job Posting for NIH Sponsored Qualitative Research Project

Not exactly reproduction/gender related but a job opportunity -- contact the
person at the end of the ad, not me. -- thanks Christine

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Dear Colleagues,

Please see the below job ad.

Qualitative Research Associate (Two Positions) We are seeking two skilled
qualitative researchers with deep knowledge of one or several social science
fields to work on a 3-year, NIH funded study of a novel coaching-based
intervention to assist the development of biomedical PhD students toward
academic careers. In particular, the study will test the hypothesis that
such an intervention can ultimately lead to increased ethnic, racial and
gender diversity among biomedical faculty. The study will use a randomized
controlled trial design with two cohorts of PhD students (160 experimental
and an equal number of controls) and 16 Faculty Coaches. Students and
Coaches will be drawn from across the U.S. (abstract link below):

http://projectreporter.nih.gov/project_info_description.cfm?aid=8070158&icde
=6 003578

The Qualitative Research Associates¹ primary role will be to work with the
Principal Investigator to design and conduct the study of: the creation of
the coaching intervention; the evolution of the student, coach and
student/coach communities; the influence of the program activities on
students and coaches; the impact of the model on student career intentions
and plans. Qualitative Research Associates will also contribute to the
design of the intervention, emphasizing links to appropriate social theory.
The intervention and the study of it will draw upon multiple social science
theories as they relate to the developmental process through which PhD
students evolve into scientists and begin to choose among career options.
These theories include: Social Cognitive Career Theory; Communities of
Practice; Identity Development; and Cultural Capital.  The Research
Associates will become members of our group of seven qualitative and social
science researchers who are conducting both basic and applied research
focused on the overall career development and decision-making of young
scientists.  Information on two of our other studies can be found at the
links below.

http://projectreporter.nih.gov/project_info_description.cfm?aid=7897949&icde
=6 003578 
http://projectreporter.nih.gov/project_info_description.cfm?aid=7928222&icde
=6 003578

Qualifications of the successful applicants for these positions will
include: € A minimum of a Masters and preferably a PhD in a social science
field € Demonstrated expertise with qualitative research: study design and
implementation; data collection and analysis with survey or interview data;
presentation and publication of results € Evidence of success working with a
highly interactive team of researchers as well as independently € Experience
and insights from working with multicultural individuals and groups

Desirable but not essential qualities of a successful applicant will
include: € Effective qualitative analysis of virtual communities,
particularly social networking through online communities and analysis of
data derived from networking interactions These positions are available
immediately and are funded through September 29, 2013. Applications will be
reviewed as they are received. A competitive salary commensurate with
experience will be provided along with a generous benefits package provided
to all Northwestern University employees. To apply for these positions,
please submit a current CV; cover letter detailing why this position is of
interest to you and how you meet the qualifications; a writing sample; and a
list of professional references to (email with attached documents
preferred):

Rick McGee, PhD (Principal Investigator) Associate Dean for Faculty
Recruitment and Professional Development Northwestern University, Feinberg
School of Medicine, Chicago, IL r-mcgee at northwestern.edu 312-503-1737

Funded by NIH Director¹s Pathfinder Award to Promote Diversity in the
Scientific Workforce Award 1 DP4 GM096807 Northwestern University is an
Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the
United States


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