Qualitative Research Evaluator (W2 Contract)

Location: Remote (Rhode Island-based travel required)
Duration: 1 Year Ongoing Up to 4 Years
Schedule: Approximately 60 hours per month, Monday-Friday
Compensation: $107-110 per hour

Overview

Epitec is seeking an experienced Qualitative Research Evaluator to support a large-scale behavioral health system evaluation initiative. This role will lead the design, implementation, and dissemination of qualitative research efforts focused on improving youth behavioral health systems through community engagement, systems-level evaluation, and data-driven decision-making.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in qualitative research methodologies, systems of care evaluation, grant reporting, and community-engaged research practices. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders while helping shape sustainable evaluation processes that support continuous improvement and long-term impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and communicate qualitative research evaluations and findings.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and report data at both program and systems levels.
• Utilize evaluation findings to support strategic decision-making and system improvements.
• Engage community stakeholders and partners throughout the evaluation process.
• Plan and facilitate qualitative research initiatives involving individuals with lived experience navigating youth behavioral health services.
• Support strategic planning activities and the development of community partnerships.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and interagency teams to inform evaluation strategies.
• Maintain secure data reporting tools and dashboards.
• Provide evaluation expertise, recommendations, and project support as needed.
• Support ongoing training and collaboration efforts with family and community evaluation groups.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Human Services, Education, Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading qualitative research and evaluation initiatives within complex human services systems.
• Experience conducting systems-level evaluations.
• Experience supporting System of Care grant reporting and evaluation requirements.
• Demonstrated success designing and facilitating community-engaged research projects.
• Strong qualitative research, data analysis, and reporting skills.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholder groups and community partners.

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of the System of Care (SOC) framework.
• Expertise in qualitative research methodologies and participatory evaluation approaches.
• Experience developing sustainable evaluation and continuous quality improvement processes.
• Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.

Travel Requirements

• Periodic out-of-state travel may be required to attend national conferences and related events.
• Some local travel may also be required for meetings, public events, and behavioral health initiatives.
• Local travel is not reimbursable.
• Reimbursement may be available for approved out-of-state travel.

Why Epitec?

At Epitec, we connect exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities. We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and helping professionals find rewarding projects where they can make an impact.

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