Field Research Coordinator
Remote
Full Time
Research
Mid Level
Field Research Coordinator
Salary
EXEMPT: $64,700- $69,500 a year
Location and Schedule
This is a remote position. Normal operating hours are M-F, 8:30AM-4:30PM (CST). NCFH, Inc. is largely a remote working environment apart from specific positions that require a hybrid schedule and commute to our home office.
*Grant funded: this position is expected to last through September 2025*
Benefits
The National Center for Farmworker Health (NCFH, Inc.) offers employees a strong benefits package that includes low health insurance premiums, paid vacation and holidays, professional development and tuition education reimbursement, employee assistance program, 401(k) matching and more! This employee is eligible for benefits while in the role.
About NCFH, Inc.
The National Center for Farmworker Health (NCFH) is a private, not-for-profit corporation located in Buda, Texas dedicated to improving the health status of farmworker families. We provide information services, training and technical assistance, and a variety of products to community and migrant health centers nationwide, as well as organizations, universities, researchers, and individuals involved in farmworker health.
Our Mission: To improve the health and wellbeing of farmworker families.
Our Vision: All farmworker families will access quality healthcare.
We Value:
Department: Research
Job Type: Full time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Shift: Day
Travel Required: Frequent, 15%
Summary
This position is responsible for coordinating and planning research projects and data collection projects, assisting in qualitative data collection and analysis, and supporting other research activities.
Qualifications, Education and Licensing/Certification
Required:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Nature and Method of Work
Work is professional level, requiring application of professional theory and practices. Duties are generally performed independently, with priorities and work plans developed by the employee's manager and monitored periodically. Communication with individuals in response to requests is low. The impact of the employee's work on the overall performance of NCFH may affect a large segment of the business and goodwill of the organization. Some travel may be required.
Physical Ability and Work Environment
The employee is regularly required to perform work duties at an onsite office/designated home workspace for extended periods of time. The employee must have the ability to use a computer and other office tools with accuracy. The noise level is usually low to moderate. Regular travel within the U.S., including overnight stays, is required.
Leadership and Supervision
Employee receives direct supervision from the Research Manager. Employee does not provide direction or supervision to other staff but provides direct supervision to independent contractors.
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States. Must be at least 18 years of age.
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons.
By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service and contributing to the success of the organization’s mission, its clients, and its employees. Failure to reveal any prior employer or to give false or misleading information on any part of this application for employment can result in disqualification for employment consideration, or, if hired, may be grounds for termination from NCFH, Inc. You understand that if hired, employment is for no definite time and may be terminated at any time without prior notice. Applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.
*Grant funded: this position is expected to last through September 2025*
Salary
EXEMPT: $64,700- $69,500 a year
Location and Schedule
This is a remote position. Normal operating hours are M-F, 8:30AM-4:30PM (CST). NCFH, Inc. is largely a remote working environment apart from specific positions that require a hybrid schedule and commute to our home office.
*Grant funded: this position is expected to last through September 2025*
Benefits
The National Center for Farmworker Health (NCFH, Inc.) offers employees a strong benefits package that includes low health insurance premiums, paid vacation and holidays, professional development and tuition education reimbursement, employee assistance program, 401(k) matching and more! This employee is eligible for benefits while in the role.
About NCFH, Inc.
The National Center for Farmworker Health (NCFH) is a private, not-for-profit corporation located in Buda, Texas dedicated to improving the health status of farmworker families. We provide information services, training and technical assistance, and a variety of products to community and migrant health centers nationwide, as well as organizations, universities, researchers, and individuals involved in farmworker health.
Our Mission: To improve the health and wellbeing of farmworker families.
Our Vision: All farmworker families will access quality healthcare.
We Value:
- Integrity and Respect - We demonstrate integrity and respect in our working relationships and communications to enhance organizational goals.
- Trust - We create an environment of trust to create a welcoming, safe space in which to work and grow.
- Unity - We are unified in what we say and how we say it, to build momentum and together achieve success.
- Personal Commitment and Accountability - We commit to taking personal accountability and ownership to foster healthy relationships.
Department: Research
Job Type: Full time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Shift: Day
Travel Required: Frequent, 15%
Summary
This position is responsible for coordinating and planning research projects and data collection projects, assisting in qualitative data collection and analysis, and supporting other research activities.
Qualifications, Education and Licensing/Certification
Required:
- A professional level of knowledge/practical work experience/skills in public health, sociology, public policy, project management, or a related field
- Two-three years of experience
- Master’s degree (an additional four years of experience in related work and attainment of a bachelor’s degree may substitute for a master’s degree)
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Experience coordinating research projects and managing adherence to research protocols
- Demonstrated experience with qualitative research methods and strong written communication skills
- Experience in developing qualitative data collection tools
- Analyzing qualitative data
- Experience working with community-based organizations and immigrant communities (strongly preferred)
- Experience in mixed methods data collection and analysis
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Rapid Community Assessments
- Responsible for identifying, hiring, and training & managing independent contractors who will conduct surveys in different locations in the U.S.
- Supports coordinating data collection efforts, including survey data collection and interviews
- Supports creation of qualitative data collection tools
- Supports coordination of qualitative data collection, including conducting interviews
- Supports transcription, coding, and analyzing qualitative interviews
- Coordinates and collaborates with core NCFH research staff for data collection and analysis
- Provides presentations on research projects and research results to external partners and stakeholders as needed
- General research support
- Engages with other researchers who conduct farmworker research
- Supports research projects and acts as a subject matter expert when needed
- Assists in writing or reviewing academic manuscripts and other research publications
- Provides support to special projects
- Participates in NCFH Committees as appropriate
Nature and Method of Work
Work is professional level, requiring application of professional theory and practices. Duties are generally performed independently, with priorities and work plans developed by the employee's manager and monitored periodically. Communication with individuals in response to requests is low. The impact of the employee's work on the overall performance of NCFH may affect a large segment of the business and goodwill of the organization. Some travel may be required.
Physical Ability and Work Environment
The employee is regularly required to perform work duties at an onsite office/designated home workspace for extended periods of time. The employee must have the ability to use a computer and other office tools with accuracy. The noise level is usually low to moderate. Regular travel within the U.S., including overnight stays, is required.
Leadership and Supervision
Employee receives direct supervision from the Research Manager. Employee does not provide direction or supervision to other staff but provides direct supervision to independent contractors.
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States. Must be at least 18 years of age.
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons.
By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service and contributing to the success of the organization’s mission, its clients, and its employees. Failure to reveal any prior employer or to give false or misleading information on any part of this application for employment can result in disqualification for employment consideration, or, if hired, may be grounds for termination from NCFH, Inc. You understand that if hired, employment is for no definite time and may be terminated at any time without prior notice. Applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.
*Grant funded: this position is expected to last through September 2025*
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