| Location | Gainesville, FL |
| Salary | $156,000–$166,000 Per Year |
| Classification Title: | ASO DIR, Clinical Research |
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| Classification Minimum Requirements: | Classification Minimum Requirements are the baseline requirements for Staff Titles and Academic Titles found at the University of Florida. {sTALargeOther1} |
| Job Description: | The Institute for Child Health Policy (ICHP) at the University of Florida is seeking an Associate Director of Research and Data Operations to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Institute's External Quality Review Organization (EQRO) activities and other state- and federally funded research initiatives. This senior leadership position will direct all aspects of research and data operations, including data acquisition, data management, analytics, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, resource allocation, and reporting. The position also serves as a key operational leader in the management of the Institute's $100 million Medicaid EQRO contract, ensuring successful execution of contractual requirements, oversight of complex deliverables, management of project risks, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders. Working in close partnership with Institute leadership, faculty, project teams, state agencies, and external partners, the Associate Director will help shape the Institute's strategic direction, identify opportunities for program growth, strengthen operational excellence, and ensure the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of high-impact research and quality improvement initiatives. The Associate Director will lead a multidisciplinary team of analysts, data engineers, and other project staff, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and operational leadership. Serving as a senior liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, the position translate complex data, analytics, and research findings into clear, actionable recommendations that supports policy development, operational decision-making, and program improvement.
Operations Oversight Reporting and Strategic Communication |
| Expected Salary: | $156,000-$166,000 |
| Required Qualifications: | Master's degree in appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in appropriate areas of specialization and six years of experience. {sTALargeOther1} |
| Preferred: | Knowledge of the research life cycle. Knowledge of Medicaid and CHIP and External Quality Review policies and protocols. Knowledge of statistics, including linear and non-linear regression logistic regression, time-series, survival models, and non-parametric methods. Various skills in data management and computer programming, especially with SAS, SQL, Stata, and Access. Experience with software review and documentation processes. Attention to detail, particularly with regard to data accuracy and integrity. Experience with HIPAA protected data. Excellent written (in English) and oral communication skill. Ability to prepare documentation for internal project reports, reports to stakeholders and the public, and scientific publications in peer reviewed journals. Ability to work independently and to collaborate with faculty and staff at multiple levels and to effectively manage the work of a research team. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: | In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume/CV, and list of at least three professional references. This is a time-limited position. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
| Health Assessment Required: | No |