Research Manager

Position Description: Research Manager

Oakland, CA or Cambridge, MA

Ibis Reproductive Health is a global nonprofit driving change through bold, rigorous research, and principled partnerships that advance sexual and reproductive autonomy, choices, and health worldwide. We believe that research can catalyze change when the entire research process is viewed as an opportunity to shift power, is undertaken in partnership with the communities most affected, and includes a focus on how data can be most effectively used to make change. We focus on increasing access to quality abortion care, transforming access to abortion and contraception through technology and service innovations, and expanding comprehensive sexual and reproductive health information and services. Ibis works with partners in more than 30 countries on six continents, through our offices are located in Cambridge, MA and Oakland CA, USA; and Johannesburg, South Africa. For more information, visit: www.ibisreproductivehealth.org.

We seek an individual with a commitment to sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice

with a strong background in collaborating with a range of interest-holders, managing research implementation, and strong writing skills. The Research Manager will work on a randomized clinical trial comparing two medication abortion regimens in the US, and potentially globally. Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to: implementation of quantitative data quality assurance, cleaning, and analysis plans; management and oversight of key research task implementation; management and growth of partnerships with study site clinics, telehealth providers, and advocacy organizations; management of quantitative and qualitative study protocols, data collection, and data analysis; development of evidence-based, actionable materials for dissemination to a variety of audiences; and supporting development of grant proposals and administrative tasks, among other responsibilities. Ibis Reproductive Health is currently using a model of hybrid work where all staff (excluding permanently remote staff) work in-person at an Ibis office at least two days/week. Our preference is for this position to be physically based out of either the Oakland or Cambridge office, with the expectation of at least two days of in-office time per week.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum:

• Master’s degree in public health, public policy, or related discipline, or four years of equivalent experience.
• Experience in supporting or managing the design and implementation of quantitative research.
• Demonstrated ability in data cleaning, data quality assurance, and implementing data analysis plans in R or Stata (R preferred).
• Ability to collaborate and manage partnerships with a range of interest-holders.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to make and carry out decisions independently and dedication to team building and collaboration.
• Excellent managerial and organizational skills, including being a self-starter, a problem-solver, detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%

Preferences:

We recognize that strong candidates may not have every qualification listed here, and encourage applications from individuals who bring passion, skills, and experience in one or more of these areas.

• Experience with managing quantitative research projects using Qualtrics, Stata, and/or R
• Fluency in Spanish
• Experience in supporting or managing the design and implementation of qualitative research.
• Research and/or project management experience in the fields of sexual and reproductive health, rights, and/or justice.
• Experience managing partnerships with clinical providers and telehealth sites.
• Experience working with advocacy groups on public health communications

Salary: This role will be hired as a band 2, level 1 position, and the starting salary for this position will be $79,749 Cambridge/remote ($82,733 Oakland adjusted).

Location: Preference for Cambridge, MA or Oakland, CA. A remote work location in the United States may be considered.

Start date: Position starts as soon as it is filled.

End date: This position is funded through a specific research project grant with an expected end date of October 31, 2028. This is a temporary position tied directly to the availability of project funds, and employment is expected to conclude when the project has completed/funding for the project comes to an end. Ibis is committed to supporting professional development and transition planning during the tenure of these roles.

Benefits: Medical insurance, with most of the premium paid by Ibis; dental, disability, and life insurances; paid sick leave; a 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer contributions after the first year; paid holidays; four weeks of vacation per year; transit benefits; and professional development opportunities.

Deadline for applications: Interested applicants should submit their CV and responses to a short questionnaire (in lieu of a cover of letter) on BambooHR. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by January 4.

Ibis is an equal opportunity employer. Ibis seeks to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive workplace; we encourage applications from people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ people, first-generation college graduates, and people from other underrepresented communities.