Research Manager

Summary

Join the National Safety Council, America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate, as a Research Manager. In this role, you will plan, manage, and execute research projects adhering to the highest scientific standards, analyze data, collaborate with specialists, and present findings at conferences. You will also contribute to grant seeking, proposal writing, and grant administration. Responsibilities include developing research proposals, evaluating program initiatives, disseminating research findings, and working with the program team to translate findings into educational content. The position requires a Master's degree in a relevant field and at least 8 years of relevant experience. This is a remote position with a salary of $101,000 and competitive benefits.

Requirements

• Master's degree in research, public health, sociology, I/O psychology, environmental health & safety, or similar field, and at least 8 years of relevant experience: conducting searches and analysis of published scientific literature, using online tools and in-print materials to identify sources of scientific information
• With experimental and quasi-experimental research designs
• Conducting analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, developing survey questionnaires and other data collection tools, using statistical software packages for data management and analysis
• Presenting scientific information to professional and general audiences

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of program strategy, specifically the research strategy and annual research agenda
• Ensure all program content is science-based and SME reviewed
• Develop new research proposals that will enhance and further advance the program’s mission
• Develop and execute the program’s initiative evaluation including developing overall plan, data collection and monitoring tools, continuous improvement/feedback, and grant reporting metrics. Regularly communicate progress and flag potential issues
• Present, interpret, and disseminate research findings
• Write, rewrite and/or edit written materials summarizing data collection methods and research findings
• Use various software packages to create charts, graphs, tables, and graphics to present research data and findings
• Work with program team to translate findings into key messages for educational content
• Provide assistance with meetings, research symposia, and conferences
• Travel to meetings and conferences to present research and/or run workshops, or booths
• Present research findings via webinars intended to engage large audiences
• Draft and submit research articles to trade/business magazines and peer-reviewed journals for publication
• Oversee the execution of research projects while regularly communicating progress to program team
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and utilize resources to complete projects that support program
• Assist in the planning, tracking, and execution of various meetings and conferences
• Effectively communicate important information to stakeholders through both formal or informal settings
• Make informed decisions based on the goals/objectives, resources, and potential risks
• Liaise with internal and external partners to co-develop research projects to advance the state of EHS technology knowledge
• Develop various data collection tools such as survey questionnaires, interview guides, focus group moderator guides
• Conduct interviews, administer surveys, and use various research methods to gather information on EHS technology practices
• Perform data transfer, storage, cleanup, coding, validation, and other data management functions
• Apply statistical techniques to conduct analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data
• Act as a program’s subject matter expert
• Identify potential research funding opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting safety program implementation preferred
• Experience with safety technology preferred
• Grant/proposal writing experience preferred

Benefits

• At least 20 PTO days accrued 1 st year and 11 paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• Flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• 403(b) & Roth 403(b)  with employer match up to 6%
• Reimbursable training
• Dress for your day