Mathematica is hiring International Survey Specialists in DC, New Jersey, Cambridge, Chicago, Ann Arbor, and California!
International Survey Specialist
Positions are currently available in Washington, DC; Princeton, NJ; Cambridge, MA; Chicago, IL; Ann Arbor, MI; and Oakland, CA
Mathematica Policy Research is seeking talented individuals to join a collaborative team that conducts research and data collection to support both international and domestic evaluations. Successful candidates for the International Survey Specialist position will possess an understanding of research methods, bring field experience in developing countries, be experienced in overseeing data collection to address research questions, have exceptional communication skills, collaborate effectively, and be enthusiastic about using their skills to respond to current public policy challenges and information needs. In particular, we are seeking individuals to support our growing work in early grade reading in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Mathematica is a nationally recognized research organization that conducts social policy studies domestically and around the globe in labor, education, disability, welfare, health care, nutrition, and related topics. Our mission is to improve public well-being by bringing the highest standards of quality, objectivity, and excellence to bear on the work we do for our clients, which include federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as private foundations.
With offices in Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC; Cambridge, MA; Chicago, IL; Ann Arbor, MI; and Oakland, CA, Mathematica offers its employees a stimulating, team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of employee ownership. We provide generous paid time off and an on-site fitness center (in NJ, DC and Cambridge).
We have a current position for the survey specialist position in all offices.
Duties of the position are varied and typically include:
- Supporting senior staff to design and implement rigorous evaluations of development programs across sectors and in a variety of environments
- Design data collection protocols and direct and manage data collection teams, including identifying local data collection organizations, preparing interviewer training, and implementation of sample designs and complex data collection procedures
- Conduct analyses, write professional reports on research activities suitable for publication or dissemination, and present findings to funders and country-level stakeholders and at research conferences
- Contribute to business development by preparing proposal text and budgets
- Assist with project management (such as task planning and oversight, analyzing costs progress reporting, monitoring subcontractor activity)
- Travel to the field to discuss and execute rigorous designs working with local partners
- Help to develop and implement capacity building efforts in rigorous evaluation to local stakeholders and funders
- Contribute to the growth and development of Mathematica’s Center for International Policy Research
Position Requirements: Qualifications for the position include:
- Master’s degree in behavioral sciences, development, social sciences, statistics, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience); or
- Experience in evaluation design, preferably experience with quantitative and qualitative methods, and ability to strike balance between rigor and feasibility of implementation
- Knowledge of survey research methods and experience designing and directing data collection efforts in the development context
- Field experience in international development data collection and research, with a focus on impact evaluations (Latin America and the Caribbean strongly preferred)
- Experience working closely with local stakeholders, implementers, and local data collection firms, and collaborating and communicating effectively with a wide range of professionals and cultures
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience developing and administering early grade reading (EGRA) assessment measures strongly preferred
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Spanish fluency required
- To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, one writing sample on which you were the sole author, and contact information for three references. You will be asked to attach these materials during the online application process.
For full consideration, please apply online for this position by December 19th, 2014.
Please see the direct apply URL below.
Panel on Racism and Discrimination: An interdisciplinary look at how they impact mental health
Thursday, December 11th from 5:00-6:00pm. 670 Albany St. Auditorium
Panelists include: Dr. Yvette Cozier (BUSPH, Epidemiology), Dr. Karla Damus (BMC) Sophie Godley (BUSPH, CHS), Dr. Hyeouk Chris Hahm (School of Social Work), Samantha Schneider (The Home for Little Wanderers)
Sponsored by: BUSPH Spotlight Office, BUSPH Student Senate, MCH in Action, Medicine and Public Health Association, &
Students of Color for Public Health
Arrive 10-15 minutes early for food!
BUSPH Arts Society Stress-Relief Social!
Finals? Got stress? Join us for a stress-free social on next Wednesday, Dec. 10th, from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM for cookies and milk, arts and crafts, and creating holiday cards to give to organizations around Boston! Also stop by to pick up a stress relief kit (donated by BU Wellness & Prevention Services).
The location is L-building Lobby at BU Medical School.
Event sponsored by: BUSPH Arts Society, BUSPH Student Senate, & CHS Student Advisory Council
RESEARCH ASSISTANT OPPORTUNITY
Profs. Jacob Bor and Bill MacLeod are recruiting for a short term research assistant for some data cleaning work on a South African dataset. The applicant must be self-directed, organized, with meticulous attention to detail, and have tolerance for repetitive tasks. Experience working with Excel is essential. The ideal applicant will have previous experience working on human subjects research. NIH human subjects training will be a requirement of employment. The task is expected to take about 30 hours and we are looking for someone to start immediately. Pay will be $16 per hour.
ASPPH/CDC Allan Rosenfield Global Health Fellowship is Accepting Applications through January 29th!
ASPPH is pleased to offer recent graduates from ASPPH-member, Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)-accredited schools and programs of public health an exciting opportunity to gain global health experience at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Applications are currently being accepted for the 2015 ASPPH/CDC Allan Rosenfield Global Health Fellowship Program; the deadline to apply is Thursday, January 29, 2015.
In recognition of a career dedicated to improving the health of the world’s most vulnerable populations, ASPPH, with support from CDC, established a fellowship in honor of Dr. Allan Rosenfield, former dean of the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. The students selected as ASPPH/CDC Allan Rosenfield Global Health Fellows are expected to involve themselves, as Dr. Rosenfield did throughout his career, in all aspects of global public health. The fellowship is a unique training opportunity to learn from leading CDC experts in CDC headquarters in Atlanta, GA, as well as various international posts.
The purpose of the fellowship program is to enhance the practice-based training of graduates from ASPPH members who have a keen interest in global public health. Fellowship assignments will emphasize a variety of training areas such as global surveillance, monitoring and evaluation, epidemiology, strategic information and program management, thereby accelerating the fellows’ careers as future leaders in global public health. Currently, ASPPH sponsors 48 ASPPH/CDC Allan Rosenfield Global Health Fellows assigned to various CDC offices worldwide.
“I have had a unique chance to work with the very first cohort of the newly implemented Field Epidemiology Training Program in Zambia—a public health workforce capacity building program,” said Ms. Ramya Kumar, an ASPPH/CDC Allan Rosenfield Global Health Fellow based in Zambia and focusing on epidemiology. “I have had so many opportunities to be involved in practical public health work such as: collaborating with Zambian government and local university officials, participating in outbreak investigations, developing new skills with EpiInfo and GIS, and writing manuscripts for publication with a team of scientists. The breadth and depth of projects available at CDC Zambia is very impressive, and I am grateful for the excellent mentorship I’ve received from several highly capable, dedicated leaders in global public in health.”
ASPPH is now accepting applications to fill multiple global health fellowship positions at CDC. Fellowship positions are full-time opportunities for a period of 12 months and will begin in September 2015. The fellowship features an intensive orientation arranged by ASPPH in consultation with CDC. The orientation will be held in Atlanta, GA prior to the start of the assignments, which is expected to occur in September. Detailed program information, the Program Announcement, and all application instructions can be accessed here.
To qualify for this fellowship, candidates must have received their masters or doctorate degree from an ASPPH-member CEPH-accredited school or program of public health prior to the beginning of the fellowship (no later than August 2015) or within the previous five years (no earlier than May 2010) and also be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (Green Card). Preference will be given to candidates with a Certification in Public Health (CPH).
A full list of CEPH-accredited, ASPPH-member schools and programs can be accessed via the ASPPH website here.
Questions may be directed via email to ASPPH Graduate Training Programs at trainingprograms@aspph.org.
The BUSM Vagina Monologues 2015 Auditions are just around the corner!
Audition for The Vagina Monologues, a performance about courage, despair, hope, and of course,vaginas. Auditions are open to members of the BUMC community including Medical and Public Health students, staff, and faculty!
Invite your friends to audition!
12/12 from 2-6pm R-110
12/16 from 3-6pm R108
If these times don't work for you or if you have questions, email pareesa@bu.edu
Follow Up Information from today’s Job Talk: Opportunities at the CDC for MPH Students
Here is information from today's talk with Research Assistant Professor, Stephen Ko, about opportunities for MPHers at CDC:
This Friday at JSI: The Role of International NGOs, Medical and Public Health Institutions in Responding to the Ebola Crisis
NEID Event: The Role of International NGOs, Medical and Public Health Institutions in Responding to the Ebola Crisis
December 5 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Join us on Friday, December 5th, 1-3:30 for a second panel in our NEID Ebola series: The Role of International NGOs, Medical and Public Health Institutions in Responding to the Ebola Crisis. While our first panel focused on the important work of grassroots non-profits in Liberia and Sierra Leone, this second panel will discuss the critical and complementary work of larger organizations, including UNICEF, Save the Children, MGH Center for Global Health Disaster Response and John Snow, Inc, in providing clinical care, rolling out public health education campaigns, and working with the Ministry of Health to strengthen health systems. Also to be discussed are the consequences of Ebola, including a huge increase in orphans and vulnerable children, population-wide trauma, and a severely impacted economy. This event will be held at John Snow Inc. Offices, located at 44 Farnsworth Street, 9th Floor, Boston, MA 02210.
Panel Information
Introduction: Joel Lamstein, President, John Snow, Inc. and World Education; Professor, Harvard School of Public Health.
Moderator: Dr. Rebecca Weintraub, Global Health Delivery Project; Harvard Medical School.
Panelists:
- Dr. Hilarie Cranmer, Director, MGH Center for Global Health, Disaster Response; Technical Advisor on Ebola, International Medical Corps.
- Kumkum Amin, Associate Director, John Snow, Inc.
- Jesse Hartness, Director of Emergency Health and Nutrition, Save the Children
- Dr. Imran Mirza, Health Specialist, UNICEF
We anticipate great interest in this event so please RSVP to neid@tpi.org.
Medford-based, Spring 2015 Practicum Opportunities at MSH, deadline to apply is December 26th!
Opportunities at MSH for Spring 2015:
- Health Information Systems (HIS)/Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
- Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD)
- African Strategies for Health (ASH) Project
- Graphic Design
- Research and Communication
Applicants must be either a current student receiving credit for the internship or fulfilling a requirement to complete an internship. The deadline for applications (including cover letter and resume sent to Lchizungu@msh.org) will be Friday, December 26th.
