The DMV Early Childhood Nutrition Task Force, “Taskforce” provides hands-on support and care where the city needs it the most. Serving the children across all 8 wards in D.C. with families of 0- 5 children. Thus we present a strong interest group to pull from community influence and communal change. We create systemic change for families by engaging into the formative years. The mission of the DMV Early Childhood Nutrition Task Force is to improve the health, fiscal, and social lives of low-income families through care, collaboration, and consistent support to the early childcare sector.

Overview of the position:

We are seeking to add an "as-needed" PI to our team as we begin to formulate research pilots in the area of secondary-analysis, and intervention level experimentation.

Responsibilities:

Direct and oversee all research activities and foster a culture of research integrity. Responsible for fiscal and administrative management of research. Conduct research in an objective and unbiased manner in compliance with policies and regulations. While the PI may delegate responsibility for some project activity to others, the PI is ultimately responsible for compliance with all applicable regulations and policies and for ensuring a safe research environment, meaning one that is inclusive and free from any form of discrimination or harassment.

• Review funding opportunity announcements
• Prepare technical and/or scientific proposal
• Develop and coordinate budgets, administrative elements, and materials, including materials for subcontracts
• Coordinate large proposals with the Office of Research Development (ORD)
• Understand and comply with institutional limited submission process
• Complete proposal application and submissions by required deadlines

Qualifications:

- Terminal degree (MD, PhD, JD, etc.) in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- Proven experience in a research setting; including publishing, co-authoring or supportive research roles
- Strong background in surveillance, data collection, report writing, early childhood research, or related areas.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead a diverse team of educators effectively.

If you meet these qualifications and are passionate about shaping young minds in a dynamic educational setting, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Travel requirement:

• Up to 25% travel

Work Location: Remote