Description

The Center for Evaluation and Implementation Resources (CEIR) is seeking a full-time Senior Qualitative Analyst. The Senior Qualitative Analyst will be a key member of CEIR’s evaluation team. CEIR is a VA Quality Enhancement Research Initiative (QUERI) resource center dedicated to helping VA employees bridge the gap between discovery and field application of clinical and operational best practices to improve the health and well-being of Veterans, their families, and their caregivers. CEIR focuses on promoting best practices in program evaluation and implementation science, with the view that these skill areas are relevant to the work of all VA employees, and by extension, Veteran care. CEIR also provides support to VA operational offices by addressing issues of high national priority through partnered evaluations. This is a non-supervisory staff position primarily responsible for leading qualitative data collection and analysis to support CEIR in assessing the impact, effectiveness, and efficiency of VA programs across the nation. The Senior Qualitative Analyst will report to CEIR’s Evaluation Core Lead. 

Requirements

Key Duties: 

      In collaboration with the lead evaluator(s), determine and apply appropriate qualitative data collection and analysis techniques to answer evaluation questions

      Develop qualitative data collection tools (e.g. interview guides, observation templates) 

      Participate in qualitative data collection (e.g., lead interviews, focus groups, take notes) as relevant to study protocols 

      Lead analysis of qualitative data using a range of analytical methods relevant to specific studies (e.g. content analysis, thematic analysis, matrix analysis), including maintaining an accurate codebook, inputting data into qualitative analysis software, coding, running analysis reports, and participating in analytic discussions

      Review the work of other qualitative analysts and evaluation assistants

      Identify potential problems with data quality and work with the evaluation lead(s) to address them

      Provide methodological guidance related to qualitative data collection and new analysis techniques

      Develop and maintain clear and organized documentation within program files 

      Use qualitative analysis software to manage qualitative data for specific analytic purposes (e.g., analysis of open-ended survey data)

      Contribute qualitative expertise to prepare a variety of evaluation products (e.g., evaluation proposals, technical reports, journal manuscripts, conference abstracts, presentations, one-pagers, infographics)

      Participate in VA qualitative workgroup meetings with other analysts 

      Participate in meetings with VA operational partners to gather input on data collection and discuss findings

      Perform other work duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

      Applicant must be a U.S. citizen

      Ability to communicate (speak, read, and write) in English

      Master’s degree in a health-related field (e.g., medical anthropology, public health, health services research, psychology)

      Graduate coursework or equivalent training in qualitative methods

      Experience leading qualitative data collection, analysis, and synthesis of findings 

      Proficient in using qualitative data software (MAXQDA or NVivo preferred)

      Excellent written and oral communication skills, with ability to write and present qualitative findings to both academic and non-technical audiences

      Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence 

      Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

      Ability to work independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team

      Ability to adapt to changing priorities and timelines

      Ability to think creatively to problem-solve unexpected qualitative challenges

      Highly motivated to interact with Veterans, healthcare providers, and operational partners

Preferred Qualifications:

      Prior experience in an evaluation or applied research setting

      Prior experience working on studies using mixed methods 

      Familiarity with key facets of program evaluation and health services research 

      Prior experience developing codebooks based on conceptual frameworks (e.g., RE-AIM, CFIR)

      Familiarity with rapid qualitative analytic techniques 

      Experience interviewing healthcare providers and/or health system executive leadership

Salary Range: 

      GS-12 on Federal Pay Scale for Detroit Area Locality

Benefits:

      Dental insurance

      Employee assistance program

      Employee discount

      Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) coverage

      Flexible spending account

      Health insurance

      Life insurance

      Paid time off

      Parental leave

      Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) coverage

      Vision insurance

Schedule:

      40 hours/wk (1.0 FTE)

      8-hour shift Monday to Friday

Location:

      Position is full-time in-person/on-site at the University of Michigan’s North Campus Research Complex (NCRC) in Ann Arbor, MI. 

Start Date:

      As soon as possible. 

Contact:

      Please send resume and cover letter to Lacey Evans at [email protected] 

Additional Information: 

      The Department of Veterans Affairs is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. References will be requested at a later stage in the hiring process. Note: the selected candidate will be required to submit a federal resume through USAJobs.

Closing Date:

      For best consideration please submit materials by October 10, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.