About the Team ‍:

The Addiction Science team at UMSL-Missouri Institute of Mental Health (UMSL-MIMH) strives to advance high-quality, low-barrier overdose prevention, community health, and substance use treatment and recovery services. We do this through state, federal, and foundation funded initiatives to develop, implement, and rigorously evaluate overdose prevention and substance use programming in Missouri and across the US, with over 25 staff members supporting these efforts. Our mission is to promote effective, compassionate responses to substance use in Missouri by distributing life-saving overdose prevention supplies, delivering innovative and accessible training and education, and advancing research to inform responsive, evidence-based policies and practices. Day to day, these efforts include supply distribution, education and capacity building, data gathering and dissemination, and research and analysis. Given how many different types of Missouri communities and sectors we serve, and how quickly the landscape of drug use and addiction can change, it is essential we approach our work as continuous learners with a focus on collaboration.

Job Description:
The UMSL-MIMH Addiction Science Team is seeking a Research Analyst to support research and evaluation efforts across the continuum of overdose prevention, substance use treatment, and recovery services in Missouri. The Research Analyst will be responsible for coordinating data collection, evaluation, and quality improvement activities as the data coordinator (key personnel) under Missouri’s federally funded State Opioid Response (SOR) program. This includes developing surveys and data collection tools; analyzing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data; disseminating findings via reports, data visualizations, and research papers; and working with the Missouri Department of Mental Health and partners to accomplish SOR goals. The Research Analyst will contribute to leveraging actionable, data-driven insights to inform program design, implementation, capacity building, and ongoing quality improvement. The ideal candidate is dedicated, detail-oriented, collaborative, and compassionate and enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

● Support research and program evaluation initiatives related to substance use treatment and recovery programming in Missouri

● Coordinate data collection, monitoring, and reporting on State Opioid Response (SOR) outcomes and key metrics

● Conduct descriptive and inferential analyses of treatment outcomes and program implementation data to identify patterns and emerging trends

● Develop and disseminate reports and data visualizations to treatment and recovery providers, the Department of Mental Health, and the broader public

● Assist with developing surveys and other data collection tools based on implementation science frameworks

● Manage data sharing relationships with Medical Examiner offices in Missouri to track overdose death trends

● Contribute to the submission of manuscripts, conference presentations, and grant applications

● Provide support and mentorship to students and interns as needed

Minimum Qualifications:
● Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:
● Master’s degree in social work, psychological sciences, public health, health policy & management, criminal justice, or a related field

‍ ● At least 2 years of work experience with data analysis and visualization, project management, and related research activities

‍● Familiarity with analytical software (Stata, SAS, SPSS, ATLAS.ti) and/or programming languages (R, Python)

‍● Experience working for or collaborating with public, nonprofit, or other community-based settings outside of academia is highly valued

Reports to: Morgan Farnworth, PhD, Assistant Research Professor, UMSL Missouri Institute of Mental Health

Remote Work/Physical Requirements: Hybrid in-person and remote work expected, with 2-3 in-office days per week. Can be flexible in the first few months if the ideal candidate is not based in the St. Louis region; however, relocation will be required.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $60,000-$65,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications

Application Materials:
Please submit an updated resume/CV and cover letter with your application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled.

Benefits Eligibility: ‍
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

External Applicant Link: https://erecruit.umsystem.edu/psc/tamext/STLOU/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U

Internal Applicant Link: https://myhr.umsystem.edu/psc/myhrprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_EMP_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U

For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Values Commitment:
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate. In your application materials, please discuss your experience and expertise that align with these values.

‍Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit:
https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.