The Institute for Health Research and Policy at the University of Illinois at Chicago has an immediate opening for temporary, 30-40 hour/week hourly person with experience and/or training and land use law and/or local government and policy-related research to join a project examining the impact of policy factors that may influence physical activity in community members located in jurisdictions across the United States. Working in conjunction with project investigators and other team members, the incumbent for this position will be responsible for reviewing and coding relevant policies from a sample of over 6,000 communities located throughout the United States. The policies coded will include municipal and county zoning codes, form-based codes, and SmartCodes. This position will commence immediately and will continue on or until April 30th, 2014. This is a temporary, hourly position; this is not a benefits-eligible position.Key Qualifications:· Master's degree in urban planning/land use, political science, public policy or related discipline. A bachelor' degree will be considered with comparable degree and relevant experience;
· Ability to work 30-40 hours/week during normal business hours;
· Experience/familiarity with urban/land use planning and law;
· Research experience;
· Strong attention to detail;
· Good organizational skills;
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
· Ability to follow specific directions, but ask for guidance as needed; and
· An interest in obesity and related public health issues;
To Apply:For full consideration, please send a copy of your resume or CV to Emily Thrun at ethrun2@uic.edu. Transcript, writing sample, and references will be requested from applicants of interest. Applications will be reviewed/accepted until the position is filled. No phone calls, please. Due to the volume of applications, only applicants of interest will be contacted. UIC is an EEO employer.
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