The Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences is an independent research institute within OHSU that is dedicated to health and safety in the workplace. The Institute receives its base funding from the Oregon Workers’ Compensation Fund and leverages this base funding to secure federal government grants in basic, clinical, and applied research. We perform biomedical/occupational research and innovation for a healthy workforce, aimed at promoting health and reducing disease and disability among workers across the nation, particularly in Oregon.

The Goodman Lab is seeking a highly motivated research associate to support a range of current and proposed research projects. Dr. Goodman’s research is focused on work as a structural determinant of perinatal health. Her projects include research on implementation of state and federal workrelated policies (e.g., paid family and medical leave), their impact on low-wage earning and precarious workers, and how employers and healthcare providers can better support pregnant and postpartum workers needing to take leave. Duties will vary based on current project needs, but primary focus will be on data collection, data analysis, grant writing, and preparation of published manuscripts. Additionally, the candidate may work directly with research sites as part of intervention activities.

 

This research involves a range of experimental designs and analysis methods. Project designs include cluster randomized controlled trials, quasi-experimental studies using administrative and survey data, and smaller pre/post pilot studies. Both quantitative and qualitative analysis methods are planned to address various specific aims. Research associates are strongly supported in their professional development, including guidance on career trajectory and grant/scientific writing. Duties may include intervention development and implementation, data management and analysis, and drafting of papers. Good interpersonal skills are a must to work with research participants, and within the collegial atmosphere of the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences.

• Master’s degree in relevant field AND 3 years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field AND 5 years of relevant experience
• Experience in research, especially related to human subjects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and in a small group setting
• Ability to interact in a positive and productive manner with a diverse lab community
• Experience working with computer software applications and Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with IRB protocol development and modifications

• PhD candidate (all but dissertation) or
• PhD in relevant field
• Experience in data collection, management, and processing, including computing descriptive statistics and making charts and graphs
• Experience managing or coordinating a multi-year grant-funded research project
• Demonstrated academic writing, proofreading, and presentation experience
• Experience with intervention development or evaluation
• Highly motivated and responsible
• Ability to create project plans and timelines, prioritize and delegate work to meet project milestones, and think ahead to anticipate and mitigate problems
• Ability to be self-motivated, to prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
• Strong critical thinking and research skills, including experimental design, troubleshooting, and analysis
• Competence in a range of statistical data analysis techniques, and familiarity with statistical software platforms

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.