Health and Nutrition Research Director

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Health and Nutrition Research Technical Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and research oversight for health and nutrition research and evaluations, ensuring compliance with ethics and data management practices
• Lead documentation and dissemination of research findings, engaging with Field Offices for advocacy and outreach
• Direct the development of the research agenda and write funding proposals to support it while fostering cross-sector collaboration

Required Qualifications, Training, and Education

• Master's degree in Public Health or a related research field required; PhD/DrPH preferred
• Ten years of practical experience in health and nutrition program monitoring, evaluation, and/or research
• Demonstrated quantitative and qualitative research skills with experience in data analysis software
• Experience in coordinating teams and collaborating with external partners on research activities
• Experience in preparing and obtaining ethical (IRB) approvals