Senior Research Associate - Uvalde Project

Strategic Planning and Oversight - Lead the complete planning and scheduling of research and operational activities. Develop project timelines, deliverables, and evaluation frameworks in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Create strategies and implementation plans to address rapidly evolving project and community needs.Proposal Development and Funding Support Develop proposals and budgets in collaboration with research team members and university stakeholders to support research, programs, and services that benefit rural communities impacted by trauma and violence.Team Leadership and Supervision - Assign and supervise research tasks across staff and collaborators, including faculty, graduate students, and community partners. Provide guidance and quality assurance throughout the research lifecycle, from design to dissemination.Research and Evaluation - Conduct original research in trauma-informed care, community resilience, and systems response. Direct all phases of data operations, including collection, analysis, and reporting, with strict adherence to ethical standards and methodological rigor. Manage data systems to ensure confidentiality protections are upheld and oversee compliance with the established data archival plan.Stakeholder Engagement - Serve as liaison to public and private organizations, including state agencies, school districts, and advocacy groups. Facilitate inquiry and consulting services to support community recovery and policy development.Communication and Dissemination - Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for funders, policymakers, and academic audiences. Represent the project in public forums, professional conferences, and civic engagements.Administrative and Fiscal Management - Oversee business and personnel operations, including meeting schedules, budget management, hiring, and compliance. Ensure alignment with university policies and grant requirements.Other duties as assigned.