[Hiring] Qualitative Researcher @Jobgether

Role Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Qualitative Evaluator - REMOTE. In this role, you will contribute to cross-site evaluations and lead the design and execution of qualitative data collection efforts. Your findings will drive actionable insights that influence key stakeholders in various sectors including health and public services. Engaging with diverse populations, you will ensure their voices are represented while delivering robust evaluation results. This fully remote position involves some travel and is contingent upon contract award.

Accountabilities

• Design and implement qualitative and mixed-methods evaluation activities aligned with program objectives.
• Conduct primary data collection across multiple sites, facilitating key informant interviews and focus groups.
• Develop and refine culturally relevant data collection instruments in both English and Spanish.
• Maintain detailed qualitative codebooks for consistency and methodological rigor.
• Perform qualitative and mixed-methods analyses to address evaluation questions.
• Synthesize findings to highlight implementation barriers and facilitators.
• Ensure data quality through coding processes and reliability checks.
• Manage large datasets and prepare them for federal reporting.
• Align evaluation activities with partner goals and federal requirements.
• Lead the preparation of evaluation deliverables and high-quality dissemination materials.
• Present evaluation methods and findings at national meetings.
• Incorporate stakeholder experiences into evaluation design.
• Ensure compliance with ethical research practices and federal requirements.
• Coordinate data collection and interpretation across diverse settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in qualitative and mixed-methods research/evaluation.
• Experience with multi-site public health evaluation projects.
• Familiarity with opioid use disorder or harm reduction programs.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish or experience with diverse populations.
• Experience preparing findings for varied audiences.
• Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility standards.
• Proven ability to develop qualitative data collection instruments.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to data quality.
• Excellent communication skills for translating complex data into actionable insights.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Previous experience with federal agencies preferred.
• Eligibility for government clearance.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Benefits

• Fully remote working environment.
• Flexible schedule accommodating personal productivity.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Collaborative team atmosphere with diverse perspectives.
• Making a direct impact on public health and community outcomes.
• Networking opportunities with stakeholders across multiple sectors.