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  Req#: REQ-0000129341
  Job Description
  
  TheDepartment of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Coordinator: Policy & Value Chain Research (0.5 FTE) to join their team.
  
  This is a part-time, 50% FTE position. Additional FTE (up to 100%) may be available based on evolving program needs
  
  Location: Seattle or hybrid, with statewide travel to partner sites, as needed.
  
  Project Overview: This project is a transdisciplinary effort connecting plant breeding, soil health, food product development, and implementation science to develop and commercialize nutritious, climate-friendly whole-grain and legume varieties and foods, with a major translation pathway into school meal programs across Washington. Our team will be leading implementation activities and these will include evidence syntheses, policy and budget analyses of school food procurement, qualitative research with producers/processors and school food personnel, and network mapping and value chain analysis to bridge gaps from grain harvest to healthy products in schools and markets.
  
  Position Summary: The Research Coordinator will lead partnerships, data collection, analytic, and educational components of the implementation science work with producers/processors including: a scoping review, a value-chain and network mapping analyses, and in-depth interviews and user journey mapping with producers/processors to identify barriers and facilitators to adoption and commercialization of novel grain and legume varieties, and planning a 5-week study away educational program.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
  Study Development (10%)
  
  • Collaborate with PI/co-PIs to plan and design producer/processor implementation activities aligned with project goals.
  • Develop protocols and timelines for engagement and data collection.
  
  
  Study Coordination (20%)
  
  • Recruit and schedule interviews with grain and legume producers and processors and supply chain stakeholders.
  • Draft and submit IRB materials; maintain compliance, renewals, and modifications for any human-subjects activities with producers and processors.
  • Manage project calendars, action items, secure file sharing, and stakeholder communications; prepare graphics for stakeholder audiences.
  
  
  Data Collection (20%)
  
  • Collect implementation data with producers and processors based on study protocols, including (a) scoping review data, (b) value chain and network mapping data, and (c) in-depth interviews and journey mapping.
  
  
  Analysis & Dissemination (30%)
  
  • Analyze implementation data, including (a) scoping review data, (b) network mapping and value chain data and (c) qualitative data from in-depth interviews and journey mapping with producers and processors.
  • Contribute to progress reports, deliverables, and toolkits about implementation data; co-author manuscripts and practice briefs.
  
  
  Study Away Program (15%)
  
  • Assist with planning and logistics for the 5-week study away program (in ~June every summer for three summers), including scheduling site visits, coordinating with farmers, processors, and school districts, and helping develop educational materials and activities for students, ensuring integration of research insights (e.g., producer/processor/school insights and experiences, value chain mapping, journey maps).
  • Direct or co-direct the study away program, which may include being on-site with students.
  
  
  Administration & Operations (5%)
  
  • Track deliverables to funders and partners; support budget monitoring and subaward communications and coordination related to producer/processor implementation activities.
  
  
  Pay Rate Information
  
  The salary information provided below is for a full-time position and will be prorated for part-time.
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Systems, Implementation Science, Agricultural/Environmental Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Public Health, or related field.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience with research methods such as evidence syntheses, implementation research, value chain research, or qualitative research.
  
  
  Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
  
  Additional Qualifications:
  
  • Familiarity with value chain or supply chain analysis in food systems.
  • Familiarity with human subjects research and IRB procedures; strong project management and communication skills.
  • Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
  
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
  • Graduate degree (MPH, MS, or PhD) in Food Systems, Implementation Science, Agricultural/Environmental Sciences, Agricultural Economics, Public Health, , or related field.
  • Experience working with agricultural producers and processors.
  • Knowledge of regional grain supply chains and commercialization pathways.
  • Experience with stakeholder-engaged and interdisciplinary research.
  • Proficiency with mixed-methods and implementation science research methods such as evidence synthesis (e.g., scoping reviews), value chain analysis, network mapping, and qualitative research (e.g., in-depth interviews, user journey mapping).
  • Experience with scientific writing (including peer-reviewed publications) and writing for public audiences.
  • Proficiency with research software including Qualtrics/REDCap, Dedoose, network mapping tools, and data visualization software.
  
  
  Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
  
  Pay Range Minimum:
  $78,600.00 annual
  Pay Range Maximum:
  $94,992.00 annual
  Other Compensation:
  
  Benefits:
  For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
  Shift:
  First Shift (United States of America)
  Temporary or Regular?
  This is a regular position
  FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
  50.00%
  Union/Bargaining Unit:
  UAW Research
  
  About the UW
  
  Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
  
  UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
  
  Our Commitment
  
  The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
  
  To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
  
  Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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