Posted July 10, 2026
Senior Research Associate - Vibrant Moms Grant
Amarillo, Texas, United States
Full Time
Reference: 44990BR
Position Description
Performs advanced, specialized work in the planning, conducting, and/or supervising of original research at TTUHSC. Responsible for participating in planning, scheduling and/or supervising research projects and the interpretation of the results for publication. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.
Department
SHP Research and Innovation Lbk
Major/Essential Functions
Required Qualifications
Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or specialized academic training beyond the bachelor's level in a particular field of science or engineering equivalent to a doctoral degree. Two years research experience. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources and standards thereof.
In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.
Preferred Qualifications
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
Performs advanced, specialized work in the planning, conducting, and/or supervising of original research at TTUHSC. Responsible for participating in planning, scheduling and/or supervising research projects and the interpretation of the results for publication. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.
Department
SHP Research and Innovation Lbk
Major/Essential Functions
- Works closely with principal and co-investigators to manage research project development and implementation.
- Supervises and coordinates research assistants and students working on the project.
- Manages primary data collection, assists in the development and maintenance of study-related databases.
- Monitor participant enrollment and data collection across study sites.
- Assists with data cleaning, organization, and analysis.
- Assists with post-award management, including compliance and reporting.
- Assists with writing and editing of proposals and manuscripts.
- Manages IRB submissions, correspondence, and compliance.
- Maintains compliance standards (CITI, HIPPA, etc.)
- Along with team, tracks project milestones; manages ongoing timeline for milestones.
- Establishes and maintains rapport with community partners.
- Works closely with project manager to coordinate and conduct community partner trainings and ensure compliance in research project activities.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or specialized academic training beyond the bachelor's level in a particular field of science or engineering equivalent to a doctoral degree. Two years research experience. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources and standards thereof.
In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.
Preferred Qualifications
- A doctoral candidate or PhD in Public Health, social, behavioral, translational, or medical sciences research.
- Human subjects research experience.
- Database creation and management.
- Experience in public health, community health, healthcare setting.
- Post-graduate teaching in statistics and research.
- Data analysis and publication experience.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
