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The Deputy Research Director (DRD) will serve as the primary architect for OCN's specialized nursing workforce studies. This role is designed for an experienced, senior researcher with interest in department leadership. This role is designed to take over the management of complex, population-specific research initiatives while contributing to the organization's broader strategic data roadmap. The DRD must be capable of navigating challenging stakeholder environments and translating dense data into compelling narratives that influence healthcare policy and public perception in Oregon.
Job Responsibility:
Direct and manage large-scale research projects, including survey design, data collection, and longitudinal analysis of Oregon's nursing workforce
Ensure all research activities meet rigorous institutional review board (IRB)-level standards and grant-specific compliance mandates
Own day-to-day management of designated research projects, timelines, vendors, and deliverables
Establish and maintain clear research workflows, documentation standards, and decision logs
Provide coaching and technical guidance to research staff, fellows, or contractors
Support the RD in monitoring the impact of federal and state healthcare policies on nursing supply and demand
Lead the exploration of AI and emerging technologies in nursing and workforce development
Transform raw data into insights for the Marketing Consultant
Lead authorship on major reports, issue briefs, conference presentations, and policy-facing products
Translate uncertainty, limitations, and tradeoffs honestly for nurses, policymakers and funders
Act as the primary backup for the Research Director in Board meetings and legislative testimony
Collaborate with programs and OCN leadership to ensure research findings are effectively integrated into OCN's programming
Participate in a long-term succession planning process
Support grant development, budgeting, and reporting for assigned research projects
Requirements:
PhD in Nursing, Life or Social Science, Public Health, or Health Administration preferred
5+ years in a research leadership role, ideally within healthcare or workforce development
Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
Proven ability to work with wide ranging and diverse audiences
Comfort with the ambiguity of a shifting legislative landscape
Willingness to surface uncomfortable findings and say 'we don't know' when the data isn't there