El Valor de Nuestra Salud [The Value of Our Health] is a 5-year study (2010-2014) funded by the National Cancer Institute to design, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of a multi-component in-store intervention to increase the purchase and consumption of healthy foods among customers of Latino grocery stores in San Diego County. The intervention will work with structural and social aspects of the stores and marketing of healthy foods. Evaluation activities will occur at multiple levels, including store managers and employees, store observations, and store customers. Primary participants (adult Latino customers) will complete interviews, weight assessments, and blood draws. Most project recruitment and evaluation activities will occur in Spanish. Under general supervision, the Evaluation Coordinator will: --develop and maintain accuracy of evaluation instruments & protocols. This includes formative, process, and outcome evaluation. --schedule, coordinate, supervise, and conduct project evaluation activities, including developing, planning & executing detailed measurement logistics with project staff, stores, and participants --hire and provide training, scheduling, & day-to-day supervision of 6-15 staff and student interns in the field and project office --implement quality control procedures for evaluation --assist with identification, assessment of eligibility, and recruitment of stores within San Diego County --recruit study participants and implement participant retention and tracking procedures --develop and manage project data management systems and data sets, participant tracking systems, and perform ongoing data entry and cleaning Duties also include: -- interpretation of formative assessment data -- IRB protocol preparation --administrative functions related to the study evaluation --routine communication of evaluation status and issues --attending measurement trainings and regularly scheduled project meetings --performing other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in nutrition, health, or sciences, plus two (2) years progressively responsible experience, preferably supervising evaluation activities. Bilingual in Spanish and English. Ability to independently interpret and execute detailed policies, procedures, and methods; carry out assignments with minimal supervision; develop research protocols and procedures for data collection and data entry; work well with a variety of people; complete detailed work accurately and efficiently; accept constructive feedback; manage multiple and competing priorities. Superior organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Flexible with schedule changes. Strong leadership skills, providing effective direction and supervision to individuals and small groups. Self-starter who takes initiative while also working effectively as part of a team. Willingness to work variable hours when necessary to accomplish project activities. Knowledge of San Diego County. Comfortable using computers, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, SPSS, e-mail, and internet. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in related field. Experience working in health or behavioral science research projects; field data collection experience; data management experience; supervisory experience; and/or experience working with the Latino population a plus. Previous experience working on research grants. To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply online at https://jobsfoundation.sdsu.edu. Job #120004. Job closes 2/19/12 at 4:00pm. Fingerprint clearance is required prior to hire. EEO/AA/Title IX Employer. San Diego State University Research Foundation is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates are encouraged. Contact: Human Resources San Diego State University Research Foundation San Diego, CA United States Phone: 619-594-4139 Fax: 619-594-3763Research Evaluation Coordinator
