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The World at Abt

Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt. Advancing data-driven innovations is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.

We are a team of 2,000+ people in over 40 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome representative ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game. 

To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. We create value-driven partnerships around the world, but our greatest focus is on empowering our employees to advance our mission.

Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.

The Opportunity

Abt Global is seeking a Health Research Monitoring & Evaluation Associate to support professional and scientific work for the National Institutes of Health (NIH). You will provide senior-level technical expertise in the monitoring and evaluation of health research and scientific programs. You will support the development and implementation of evidence-based monitoring and evaluation approaches, analyze quantitative and qualitative information, assess program activities and progress toward anticipated results, and translate findings into meaningful recommendations and reports.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities for health research, scientific, and related programs.
• Develop and evaluate monitoring and evaluation designs, sampling plans, survey instruments, protocols, work plans, and other research and evaluation materials.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to assess project activities, outputs, outcomes, and progress toward anticipated results.
• Work with statistical databases, data collection systems, and other technologies to capture, organize, manage, and analyze research and evaluation data.
• Develop performance measures, indicators, and analytical approaches appropriate to project objectives and evaluation questions.
• Synthesize findings from multiple data sources and translate complex information into clear conclusions and actionable recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for program, process, or methodological improvements based on research and evaluation findings.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, summaries, and other products for internal and external audiences.
• Lead substantial technical tasks, projects, or processes with limited oversight and exercise independent judgment in determining appropriate technical approaches.
• Serve as a senior technical resource and primary technical contact on assigned projects or workstreams.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and review of work performed by other research and evaluation professionals.
• Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to support successful completion of project objectives and deliverables.
• Apply appropriate quality assurance and quality control practices to research, data collection, analysis, and reporting activities.
• Contribute advanced technical and methodological expertise to the development and improvement of monitoring and evaluation approaches.

What We Value

• Master’s degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, or PhD plus 4 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience in monitoring and evaluation, health research, public health, research methods, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience supporting programs, projects, or research activities for the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
• Demonstrated experience developing or evaluating research and evaluation designs, sampling plans, survey instruments, protocols, and/or work plans.
• Experience collecting, managing, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and/or qualitative data.
• Experience using statistical databases, analytical tools, and data collection technologies to support research or evaluation activities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop evidence-based findings, conclusions, and recommendations from complex information.
• Experience preparing technical reports, presentations, and other research or evaluation products for internal and external audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex technical assignments or substantial project workstreams with limited oversight.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide technical guidance, review work, and support the development of less experienced professionals.
• Experience supporting health research, biomedical research, public health, science policy, or related scientific programs.
• Experience developing performance measures, indicators, monitoring frameworks, or evaluation methodologies.
• Experience integrating quantitative and qualitative evidence from multiple sources to assess program performance and outcomes.
• Experience communicating complex research or evaluation findings to technical and nontechnical audiences.

What We Offer

We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.

Abt Global Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. Abt provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. 

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $96,000 to $136,000 and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.  

Disclaimer: Abt will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.