Join Team NICHQ

We are a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to driving dramatic and sustainable improvements in the complex issues facing children’s health. We provide deep expertise in building and managing effective change strategies that align partners and engage participants to achieve better outcomes for children’s health.

At the heart of what motivates us is the belief that children and families deserve better systems and supports so that every child achieves their optimal health. Because of this belief, addressing social determinants of health, eliminating health disparities, and achieving equity are central to our mission. We believe that by creating a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, we will similarly foster greater strength and resilience within and beyond the organization.

In addition to a supportive, flexible professional environment that balances hard work with a fun remote culture, NICHQ employees are eligible for a robust benefit package, including generous paid vacation and holidays; 403b retirement plan with eligible match; professional development stipend; employee assistance program; paid parental leave and medical, dental and vision benefits with generous cost-sharing ratios between the employee and NICHQ. 

Equity Hiring Statement

NICHQ is committed to increasing the representation of people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in our workforce and to value and embrace their skills, perspectives, and experiences for the benefit of our mission. NICHQ is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. NICHQ strongly encourages applications from candidates of color.

Current Openings

  • Associate Project Director, Healthy Start Special Projects

    November 5, 2024

    The Associate Project Director (APD), Healthy Start Special Projects will manage the development and implementation of special project activities for the Supporting Healthy Start Technical Assistance and Support Center at NICHQ. With leadership and oversight from the Senior Project Director will act as a subject matter expert to provide tailored technical assistance and support around social determinants of health (SDOH) and other pertinent project content, as needed. In partnership with project lead and funder, conduct site visits, engaging project partners to further assess need for training and technical assistance (TTA) relative to special content areas.

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  • Web & Communications Manager

    October 27, 2024

    With the support and guidance of the Director of Communications and Digital Strategy, the Web & Communications Manager will be responsible for website management and maintenance for a newly awarded project, from planning content calendars to identifying and planning feature upgrades. This role will also implement the communications strategy for the project across web, email, and social media, supporting project deliverable requirements and ensuring communications goals are met. The Web & Communications Manager will also be responsible for management and engagement of project participants in the Community, Research, & Analytics Lab (CORAL), NICHQ’s online engagement platform. Additional communications functions include working in our HubSpot CRM and collaborating with the Communications & Digital Strategy team on system maintenance, process improvements, and overall system integrity.

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  • Senior Analyst

    September 17, 2024

    The Senior Analyst brings knowledge of and experience in applied research and evaluation and applies that knowledge to lead the successful design, execution and management of projects in the context of NICHQ’s maternal child health work. The Senior Analyst works closely and collaboratively with the Senior leadership in Programs and in the Department of Applied Research and Evaluation (DARE), project leads, Quality Improvement Advisors, expert faculty members, funders, and project teams to design and execute applied research and evaluation work that provides high-quality, relevant data analysis and recommendations across the lifecycle of projects. The Senior Analyst plays an integral and leadership role on NICHQ’s Applied Research and Evaluation team, guiding the department’s work (under the supervision of the Associate Director and senior leadership in DARE), as well as in the team’s work to capture, develop, and spread innovative approaches. The Senior Analyst may provide additional research consulting services and assist in elevating NICHQ’s standing in the scientific community by driving strategic planning for publications and conference presentations.

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  • Principal Analyst

    August 9, 2024

    The Principal Analyst draws upon a strong track record of expertise in clinical research, informatics, and evaluation to lead and manage clinical research-focused maternal child health projects at NICHQ. The Principal Analyst supervises staff in NICHQ’s Department of Applied Research and Evaluation (DARE), collaborates with relevant staff in NICHQ’s Programs and Health Equity Innovation departments, and liaises with expert faculty members, funders, and other project partners. The Principal Analyst plays an integral and leadership role in NICHQ’s Applied Research and Evaluation team, utilizing quantitative and qualitative research skills, applying informatics and data management expertise, mentoring junior staff, collaborating with senior leaders in the department, and supporting business development opportunities in research and evaluation. This role involves oversight and support for harmonizing large data sets of genetic and clinical data from several cohorts of formerly premature children who were enrolled in prospective studies, have existing genome-wide data or DNA samples and are being followed at school-age and beyond. Key activities for this position include management of staff to assist in developing combined datasets of clinical and genomic data, implementing data management strategies, and using advanced analytical techniques to generate project insights.

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Interested in future positions?