Project Coordinator

Job Description

The Project Coordinator will work on three NIH-funded studies based at DPS, Mission Hall, 550 16th Street, San Francisco. Project 1: “Adapting an effective intervention for enhancing engagement in HIV care to meet the needs of key populations in India.” Key populations are more likely to be infected with HIV, but less likely to be virally suppressed than members of the general population living with HIV and research shows that this is at least partly due to the multiple stigmas that act as barriers to engagement in care. This 3-year study seeks to address this problem by adapting and pilot testing, via a randomized controlled pilot trial, a culturally appropriate, comprehensive wellness program that incorporates peer navigation, to improve engagement in HIV care among men who have sex with men and transgender women in India.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related area and one or more years of relevant experience and/or equivalent experience/training.Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques.Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.Demonstrates ability to analyze, research and synthesize large amounts of data with strong attention to detail.Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.Working knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs.Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in public health, social sciences, or related field; and at least one year of subsequent professional experienceExperience conducting behavioral research, including behavioral interventionsFamiliarity with Asian (preferably Indian) cultures, sensitivity to cross-cultural issues and issues related to sexual minority populationsFamiliarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods