CHRT Program Manager

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How to Apply

A cover letter, resume detailing relevant work experience and samples of work are required for consideration. All applications must be submitted through the U-M job site. The salary will be based upon the selected candidate's education and experience.

Job Summary

The Research and Evaluation (RnE) Program Manager will develop fundamental skills and gain practical experience in public health research and evaluation under the direct supervision of senior team members. This role focuses on supporting public health projects aimed at improving community health outcomes through systematic research and effective program evaluation.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Who We Are

The Center for Health & Research Transformation (CHRT) inspires and enables evidence-informed policies and practices that improve the health of people and communities. CHRT?s revenue comes from a combination of corporate sponsorships, grants and contracts.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Center for Health and Research Transformation seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. For more information about us, please visit www.chrt.org

Responsibilities*

Project Coordination:

• Assist in coordinating research and evaluation activities, ensuring alignment with public health objectives.

• Schedule and participate in team meetings.

• Document meeting decisions and action items, following up to ensure completion.

Tracking and Reporting:

• Help maintain schedules and tracking progress for research and evaluation projects.

• Record project activities, update schedules, and prepare basic status reports.

• Communicate progress and discrepancies to senior project managers for guidance.

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Assist in gathering and analyzing public health data to support research and evaluation efforts.

• Help identify basic problems and obstacles in data collection and analysis, contributing to simple solutions.

• Provide preliminary insights to senior project managers for complex issues and facilitate informed decision-making.

Risk Management:

• Escalate significant issues and risks to senior project managers.

• Support the development of basic mitigation strategies.

Resource and Budget Management:

• Track and record project expenses accurately and support financial reporting.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Support stakeholder engagement activities, ensuring clear and timely communication of research findings and evaluation outcomes.

• Prepare meeting agendas, record minutes, and assist in scheduling stakeholder meetings.

• Draft basic communication materials such as emails, memos, and reports for stakeholder updates. Collect and organize feedback from stakeholders for analysis.

Evaluation Framework Development:

• Develop foundational knowledge of evaluation frameworks and methodologies.

• Utilize basic understanding to contribute to the design and execution of evaluations.

• Seek guidance from senior team members to deepen expertise and apply it effectively.

Learning and Development:

• Actively learn principles of research methodology and public health evaluation practices.

This job summary is designed to provide a high-level overview of the role and responsibilities. Additional duties may be required as per organizational needs.

Required Qualifications*

• Masters degree in public health or related field (with health policy or public health related focus).

• 0-2 years of related experience, including a working knowledge of research/ evaluation methods, statistics and key health policy issues. Expertise with behavioral health and/or substance use disorders a plus.

• Proficiency in working with analytical software (e.g., Excel, NVivo, SAS and/or SPSS).

• Experience preparing reports, charts, tables, and other visual aids.

• Demonstrated using qualitative methods such as key informant interviews and focus groups and analysis of qualitative data.

• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.

• Ability to work independently within defined guidelines.

• Willingness to work in a highly interactive and collegial group of program managers and analysts.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, including demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple activities and projects.

• Ability to adapt to changing situations and develop creative solutions to overcome work-related challenges.

• Demonstrated passion for health equity, diversity, equity and inclusion strategies in professional and research environments.

Desired Qualifications*

• Demonstrated quantitative skills and knowledge of descriptive statistics, statistical tests and statistical inference. Ability to analyze and interpret a wide variety of data using descriptive and inferential statistical methods.

• Data visualization training and skills

• Survey methods, quantitative analysis

• Grant writing and seeking grant-funded opportunities is preferred.

• Experience with developing sampling designs, power analysis, questionnaire or interview guide development

• Demonstrated project management experience

• Presentation of research results to key audience

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

255577

Working Title

CHRT Program Manager

Job Title

Program Manager

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Exec Vp Med Affairs

Department

MM CHRT

Posting Begin/End Date

10/14/2024 - 11/01/2024

Career Interest

Administration

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