Associate Director, Correlation Research

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Correlation Research in representing and administering the charter, commission, and priorities set forth by the Correlation Executive Committee (CEC) of the Church.
• Provide independent research so that Church programs, products, and initiatives are designed and implemented to meet the needs of members and nonmembers.
• Responsible for research review and oversight.
• Provide timely, relevant, and reliable information to General Authorities and Church Administrators.
• Coordinate all contact with the field for research purposes, including contracting.
• Conduct a regular assessment of Church programs, initiatives, and products.
• Conduct or manage the outsourcing of all product outcome research.
• Conduct or coordinate all types of research under the guidelines established by the CEC.

• Master's degree or PhD and/or equivalent years' experience in the social sciences, economics, business or related fields
• Eight or more years of professional experience in applied research or closely related field with extensive experience in managing internal and external research teams.
• Strategic thinking and planning:
  Capacity to think strategically (and conceptually) about problems and issues and work through, select, and implement solutions that align with the organization's mission and vision and supports leadership priorities.
• Adaptability and problem‑solving:
  Ability to adapt to changing priorities and conditions, demonstrate a degree of comfort with rapidly changing ambiguous contexts and an ability to craft a clear path forward in these environments, and to effectively address challenges that may arise.
• Leadership and management:
  Proven ability to lead and manage teams of researchers with diverse backgrounds, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment and motivating and encouraging team members to contribute to innovative approaches to accomplishing and sharing research.
• Process and resource management:
  Experience in managing research processes and ensuring the efficient allocation of resources for the successful completion of research projects.
• Relationship‑building and collaboration:
  Skilled in building and maintaining strong trusting relationships, quickly establishing credibility and rapport with wide array of partners and stakeholders, and working closely with and mobilizing people at all levels towards collaborative goals.
• Mentorship and staff development:
  Adept at mentoring and nurturing the professional growth of research team members, guiding them in their career development, and enhancing their skills and expertise.
• Communication and presentation skills:
  Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present research findings and provide insightful analysis to diverse audiences.
• Strong research and consultation skills:
  Demonstrated expertise in designing, conducting, and analyzing complex qualitative and quantitative research projects and providing constructive consultation on research needs and application of research.