Research Assistant
January 4, 2016
EcoHealth Alliance seeks an organized, self-motivated research assistant for our economics and disease emergence programs. The successful candidate would be expected to liaise closely with Program Staff to evaluate wildlife trade, land-use change, and pandemic risk. Responsibilities of the Research Assistant will include performing statistical analyses on large datasets, data mining and literature reviews, researching detailed background on projects both new and old, and designing and running simulations of theoretical models that integrate economics and ecology. The candidate must be self-motivated and proactive in seeking to collaborate on current projects and designing new research projects that fit with the mission and direction of EcoHealth Alliance.
DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the President this position will:
- Mine relevant data and construct unique data sets
- Provide modeling and analytical support to EcoHealth Alliance scientists
- Design surveys and questionnaires
- Provide detailed background on projects
- Assist with grant and manuscript writing
- Have responsibility for some grant management and program coordination
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA or other degree in economics is preferred
- Candidates must have Master’s degree in disease ecology, epidemiology, public health, or a related field
- Candidates should have experience in data analysis, publications, and behavioral survey design
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, EndNote, and open source statistical software, preferably R.
- An understanding of life sciences and emerging diseases is a plus
EcoHealth Alliance is an equal opportunity employer that offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, and vision coverage, and a 403(b) pension plan. For further information about EcoHealth Alliance, please visit our website: www.ecohealthalliance.org
HOW TO APPLY:
Send an email a single attachment labeled with your first and last name only ("first last.pdf") in PDF format containing with (a) a cover letter, (b) CV, and (c) three references to jobs@ecohealthalliance.org with "EHA 2015 RESEARCH ASSISTANT" in the subject line. Emails without the subject line or with multiple attachments will not be received. No formal text is required within the body of your email, since emails will not be evaluated. All inquires will receive an automatic response confirming receipt. Applicants will be evaluated and only appropriate candidates will be contacted.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN ECOHEALTH ALLIANCE!
