Associate Project Manager, Public Health/Social Sciences

Overview

The Southeast Prevention Technology Transfer Center (SE PTTC) has developed a Prevention Training Program with the goal of developing well-trained and knowledgeable entry-to mid-level substance misuse prevention professionals who understand and exemplify the principles and best practices of substance misuse prevention. This program is part of a national initiative to increase the number of prevention professionals working within underrepresented communities. Specifically, it aims to build emerging prevention professionals’ capacity to identify, implement, and assess evidence-based programs, practices, and policies to reduce substance misuse and related consequences.  This position is slated to begin December 2024 and end September 30, 2025. There may be an opportunity for a one-year extension of funding.

JOB SUMMARY

Under administrative review, performs administrative and coordination work directed toward the design, implementation, evaluation, and review of the assigned project(s). Oversees the coordination of recruitment, enrollment, and follow-up activities of the study. Requires the use of judgment and discretion in performing the assigned duties and responsibilities related to the projects. The incumbent will spend about half of their time working on a prevention project with a prevention agency in the Southeast Region. The other half of their time will be devoted to capacity and professional development activities. There will be a mentoring team that may consist of prevention staff in the prevention agency, the Southeast PTTC and PTTC network. Although not a requirement of the program, at the conclusion of the program, the incumbent will be prepared to take the Certified Prevention Specialist exam.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Education, Public Health, Basic Science, or a relevant clinical discipline with two years’ survey research experience including interviewing, supervision of data collection procedures, and training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree in a relevant discipline preferred. 

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to provide direction to research staff
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of computerized data processing and statistical analysis
• Demonstrates knowledge of scientific principles
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfortable working with a team, as well as independently
• Interest working in the substance misuse prevention field
• Experience working or volunteering with underrepresented communities
• Ability to travel is required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Complete assigned project(s)
2. Participate in monthly trainings
3. Participate in mentoring activities 
4. Participate in any assigned PTTC related activities
5. Obtain and maintain certification in the ethical conduct of human subjects research (Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative and other Intuitional Review Board training), as needed.
6. Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.