What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist position at Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation?
Job Title
Research Scientist
Shift Type
Education
Doctorate
Location
Chapel Hill Center - Chapel Hill, NC 27514 US (Primary)
Career Level
Manager
Category
Research
Job Type
Full-time and Part-time
Travel
PIRE has a significant national presence in the area of applied science, with funded research projects at its centers on prevention, treatment, and policy research. PIRE scientists and practitioners continually focus on the design and implementation of complex program evaluation strategies and the conduct of research related to health and social issues, and criminal justice. PIRE practitioners and scientists provide training and technical assistance in many health-related areas to states and communities that are attempting to improve public health. For more information about PIRE go to www.PIRE.org .
Position Summary
Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation's (PIRE) Chapel Hill, NC Center is seeking senior level investigators and evaluators to join our team. This opportunity is open to career investigators and evaluators who wish to grow their research program while enhancing PIRE's growing portfolio, including research in areas such as : health, mental health, and substance use; child welfare; education; criminal justice; public policy; state, county, and community partnerships and, program evaluation. For full-time researchers and evaluators, we have excellent health coverage, a retirement plan and flexible work arrangements available to support our nationally recognized institution of independent scientists.
Benefits Overview :
- 3.5-7 weeks of accrued PTO during the first year
- Company provided Retirement Plan
- Company provided Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment of $100k
- Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
PIRE is an entrepreneurial and self-funded research organization. Independence and freedom as a scientist come with the responsibility of seeking and securing one's own funding. Please share your resume along with a brief description of your research interest and potential funders.
Successful applicants will be expected to pursue their own research while collaborating with other PIRE scientists in areas of mutual interest. PIRE is prepared to assist researchers submit applications with funding assistance, administrative support, and collaborative scientific support. Employment is contingent upon successful awards.
This opportunity is open to senior level investigators - and / or a small team of investigators- who are positioned to substantially contribute to PIRE's alcohol, tobacco, and other drug and health policy portfolio or other research agenda by securing and / or bringing funding opportunities .
Specifically, we invite letters of inquiry from senior level investigators who have :
PIRE has a strong commitment to research dissemination and moving science to practice and practice to science. The implementation of our work is demonstrated in peer-reviewed journal articles, reports for government and lay audiences and professional presentations.
We look forward to talking with you about your interests and how your research can grow with PIRE.
Job Requirements
Some Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Exemption Type
Exempt
PIRE is an EEO / Affirmative Action Employer
PIRE is a diverse community devoted to the promotion and acceptance of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, gender or physical ability or veteran status. PIRE is committed to employ, and advance in employment, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, and to treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.
PIRE's EEO / Affirmative Action Policy
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
PIRE will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact Human Resources by email at hr@pire.org
Pay Transparency Policy
EEO is the Law" Poster
EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement
Salary : $100,000
