Summary

Designs and develops monitoring and evaluation systems. Responsible for data collection, analysis and performs evaluation of programs. Reviews requests for data and data usage and creates analytic tools to identify and communicate performance metrics. Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in the field to the completion of moderate assignments. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values.

Education/Experience/Licensure

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge in conducting program outcome measurement, data analysis, and related reporting.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to conduct interviews and facilitate focus groups.
• Ability to display information persuasively in support of data-driven decision making.
• Shows respect for and acceptance of ethnic, cultural, gender, and generational differences.
• Knowledge of research design and statistical analysis to include regression techniques, proficiency with statistical analysis tools such as SPSS, or SAS.
• Knowledge and work experience with relational databases such as MS Access.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point.
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and ability to coordinate activities with grant partners toward one goal.
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license and insurable by the Medical Center’s insurance carrier.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Partners with internal departments and coordinates activities required to initiate research studies.
• Conducts evaluation studies that examine the effect/outcome of services provided under a specific community health program.
• Follows established procedures, ensures compliance with grant requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Physical Requirements

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.
• Available to work a flexible scheduling including evenings to accommodate program participant schedules.