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The Research and Data Manager is a member of NACHC’s Public Policy and Research team. The Manager will conduct research and data analysis, as well as plan, coordinate, execute, and disseminate key research activities in support of NACHC’s research priorities. In particular, s/he will focus on policy relevant research and be responsible for managing NACHC’s policy research agenda by identifying research priorities and data sources, developing new research areas of focus and workplans, and executing analysis and dissemination. S/he will report directly to the Director of Research and work closely with other NACHC staff in order to carry out priority research and data analytic activities. The Research and Data Manager will also serve as the point of contact for internal and external research/data requests on health centers, and work collaboratively with other NACHC divisions in support of their informational needs. 
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
 Major Activities 
  • Expand on, strategically implement, and track progress on the Research Department research agenda reflective of immediate and long-term policy priorities and other organizational needs.
  • Design and implement key Research Department research activities, including publications, research/analysis to inform policy and advocacy, surveys, dissemination, and special projects.  
  • Analyze data from numerous sources related to health centers and relevant subpopulations to craft data-driven materials for internal and external dissemination. Select appropriate research methodologies and innovative techniques for analyzing, interpreting, and displaying information.
  • Author or co-author new publications, including infographics, issue briefs, reports, fact sheets, “gray” and “white” literature, and other resources for a wide-range of audiences. This includes developing concepts, key messages, synthesizing complex information into easily understood language, and crafting supportive evidence. Design resources in ways that best communicate the information for the intended audiences. 
  • Regularly collaborate with NACHC policy departments to develop new research ideas, publication concepts, and analytic support. Manage activities tied to meeting policy needs and ensure needs are proactively met to the extent possible.
  • Design, test, and administer survey instruments, create post-stratification weights as needed, and analyze results. Develop and implement strategies for broadly disseminating Research Department resources.
  • Synthesize and analyze qualitative data to identify key themes and findings.
  • Manage Research Department databases to ensure data sets are complete, valid, stored appropriately, and ready for reliable analysis.
  • Manage and respond to internal and external requests for data, research, and information. Serve as the point of contact at NACHC for such request externally as appropriate and track completion.
  • Stay up-to-date on health center research, relevant data sources, innovative ways for displaying/disseminating information, policies affecting health centers, and NACHC priorities.
 Other Activities
  • Build research collaborations with academic partners, Primary Care Networks (PCAs), Health Center Controlled Networks (HCCNs), and other external research partners.
  • Act as liaison to HRSA’s Bureau of Primary Health Care Data Branch, helping to develop and maintain a collaborative and supportive relationship between staff.
  • Recruit and supervise interns, and ensure they have positive, constructive work experiences and contribute to NACHC goals.
  • Organize, conduct, and/or participate in workshops, education sessions, and poster programs at NACHC and other conferences.
  • Represent NACHC and the Research Department at various meetings. 
  • Provide technical assistance to Primary Care Association staff, health centers, and others on applying research and data. 
  • Other projects and tasks as assigned.
  • Occasional travel.
 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master’s degree in public health, public policy, public administration, or related field.
  • 5 years of relevant experience in research and data analysis, research and data management, and dissemination of findings (presentations, infographics, writing fact sheets, etc.).
  • Proven ability to craft data- and research-driven analyses in a policy context with little guidance.
  • Experience applying creative problem-solving skills to answer urgent research questions.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Experience synthesizing complex issues and crafting resources for different audiences, including policymakers, academics, and others. Ability to graphically display data and information in ways that are easily understood.
  • Understanding of a wide variety of emerging primary care issues affecting health centers and their patients, particularly in the context of implementing health care reform.
  • Ability to accomplish multiple short- and long-term work activities independently and under tight deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Access, and statistical software with applications for survey analysis, such as R, SAS, STATA, or SPSS.
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, inquisitive, analytical, and able juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Experience with GIS applications, such as ArcGIS or QGIS, a plus but not required.