Educator I / Assistant Professor - HPE-PESMOA

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking an Educator I (Assistant Professor) to contribute to teaching, research, service, and leadership commensurate with academic rank. Key responsibilities include joining the Long Term Career Study Outcomes research team to manage large databases, perform advanced statistical analyses, teach courses, and advise Master's and PhD learners. Additionally, the incumbent will maintain an active research agenda, publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at national scholarly conferences, and take on departmental service roles.

This position will be in support of Health Professions Education (HPE) located in the School of Medicine (SOM) at the Uniformed Services University (USU) in Bethesda, MD.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Teach courses consistent with area(s) of expertise as a PhD. Advise learners for master's and PhD research projects.
• Assignments require collecting, entering, managing, and analyzing complex data using multiple methods.
• Helps plan, conduct, and complete investigations designed and led by HPE faculty and students.
• Conduct own program of research. Maintain clear and accurate research records, data inventories, and audit trails.
• Serve on committees and help with administrative tasks related to areas of expertise for the Dept of HPE, School of Medicine, and/or the University.
• Conduct own program of research to include submitting grant application(s) in area of expertise.
• Supports LTCOS related projects from data design, data management, study execution, and dissemination. This includes database management and advanced statistical analyses.
• Prepares HPE-related presentations and documents for presentations at national and international scientific conferences, as well as presentations to USU leadership.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Doctoral Degree in education, psychology, or a related field, to include training in research design, qualitative analysis, and quantitative analysis.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of advanced statistical analysis methodologies and techniques, including the ability to interpret, apply, and explain complex quantitative data to support educational, research, and programmatic objectives.
• Ability to teach, coach, and mentor individuals in statistical concepts and analytical methods, fostering the development of data literacy and evidence-based decision-making among students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present technical and non-technical information to diverse audiences, facilitate discussions, and develop instructional and training materials.
• Demonstrated data management and analytical skills, including experience with data collection, validation, organization, analysis, and reporting to support research initiatives, educational programs, performance measurement, and continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Ability to translate complex data findings into actionable recommendations, supporting strategic planning, curriculum development, and organizational decision-making.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $105,800-$114,700. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.