Research Associate Senior (0077950T)

Title: Research Associate Senior (0077950T)

Position Number:T

Hiring Unit: Thompson School of Social Work & Public Health Dept of Public Health Sciences

Location: University of Hawaii at Manoa

Date Posted: January 26 2026

Closing Date: February 9 2026

Salary: Salary schedules and placement information: Salary Information: PBB Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Funding: Federal Funds

Duties and Responsibilities

• *Lead thestrategic scientific directionexecution administrative coordination and strategic compliance of the Red Hill Registry Science Team ensuring all data collectioninstruments and utilization efforts align with registrys goals and deliverables.
• *Collaborate with project stakeholders to further the registrys efforts to achieve project milestones.
• *Represent the Red Hill Registry at selectedexternal meetings conferences and stakeholder engagements in coordination with the Director maintaining professional relationships with key partners.
• *Coordinate the identification and implementation of new initiatives and data-driven projects to enhance the Registrys long-term impact and sustainability.
• *Identify relevant extramural funding opportunities and provide technical support in the development of research proposals and grant applications to sustain and expand registry programs.
• *Support the design and implementation of studies involving public health and environmental health methodologies including epidemiologicalanalysis.
• *Lead the preparation and submission of manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications.
• *Utilize existing environmental and health datasets to design and refine assessment tools (questionnaires) that accurately capture participant exposure and outcomes.
• *Monitor and optimize the teams internal systems and processes to ensure maximum operational efficiency and high-quality outputs.
• *Plan and deliver scientific workshops to synthesize diverse perspectives and guide strategic decision-making.
• *Produce annual reports and presentations related to the Science Team for funding agencies community partners Congress and other stakeholders.
• *Oversee administrative requirements for the Science Team including managing project budgets.
• *Build strong partnerships across the UH System the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii (RCUH) and University Health Partners to navigate system and department processes and workflows for finance human resources/hiring policies/procedures administration and more.
• *Manage staff to include scheduling and delegating tasks effectively; approving employee time sheets and expense reports as needed; and mentoring students research assistants and junior scientists by conducting regular check-ins providing feedback coordinating professional development opportunities and overseeing work quality and productivity.
• *Ensure strong communication and alignment between the Registry team departmental leadership and administrative staff.
• *Evaluate the relationship between environmental factors and community health outcomes to inform future organizational strategy.
• *Provide specialized technical support to other Registry efforts such as Education and Outreach as operational needs arise.
• Other duties as assigned

*Denotes Essential Functions

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in public health environmental health health sciences epidemiology engineering geology geography psychology social work public policy or related field and 6 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for public health grant writing grant management project management personnel management health sciences epidemiology health literacy health policy initiatives and or health science initiatives; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education knowledge skills and abilities as indicated.
• Considerable working knowledge of principles practices and techniques in the area of leading multi-institutional or community-based projects as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts principles and methodologies.
• Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws rules regulations and theories and systems associated with human subjects research and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective innovative and timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations groups team leaders and members and individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer apply word processing spreadsheet and presentation software.
• If applicable for supervisory work demonstrated ability to lead subordinates manage work priorities and projects and manage employee relations.

Supplemental Minimum Qualifications

• Proven record of peer-reviewed publications and successful grant proposal development.
• Excellent mentoring abilities.
• Demonstrated understanding of organizational processes and ability to implement processes to improve efficiency and gain organizational acceptance through basic change management skills.
• Ability to travel for the purpose of attending meetings training and other activities in support of the project.

Desirable Qualifications

• Masters or Doctoral level degree in public health health sciences environmental health epidemiology engineering geology geography public policy psychology social work or related field.
• Experience working with federally-funded projects within higher education systems in support of research and community programs.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in epidemiological data analysis and/or exposure assessment.
• Understanding of the importance of cultural competence in the workplace and in the community impacted by the Red Hill water crisis.
• Familiarity with the University of Hawaii System.
• Familiarity with the Department of Defense and military communities.
• Familiarity with the Red Hill water crisis.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed communication methods and sensitivity when presenting to communities impacted by traumatic events.
• Knowledge of health and healthcare disparities with respect to issues specifically related to military families Native Hawaiians and underrepresented minorities in Hawaii.

To Apply:

Click on the Apply button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Applicant must submit the following:

• Cover letter describing how you meet the minimum qualifications and desirable qualifications
• Names and contact information (including email addresses) of at least 3 professional references
• Current curriculum vitae.
• Copies of official undergraduate and graduate (as applicable) transcripts indicating degree conferred date with confidential information (i.e. social security number date of birth) redacted. However original official transcripts are required upon hire.

Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Inc. verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA.

Incomplete late or unreadable applications will not be considered. Academic record/grade summaries will not be accepted. Diplomas and copies will not be accepted.

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