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Database Manager

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Adobe Flex Developers

Data Analyst

Infectious Disease Specialist

International Evaluator

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Senior Research Associate

Research Associate

Research Associate/Malaria Analyst

Survey Specialist

Web Team Manager

BETHESDA, MD
7315 Wisconsin Avenue, #400W
Bethesda, MD 20814

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Project Assistant

ROCKVILLE, MD
11420 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

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Headquarters Current Job Openings

SENIOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

MACRO INTERNATIONAL INC. is a professional services firm offering high-quality research, management consulting, and information technology services supporting business and government.

MACRO is seeking a SENIOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR with demonstrated experience in USAID and international contracting. Duties include full life cycle contract administration in the Government and commercial sectors, including administering pre and post award activities, negotiating agreements, reviewing RFP’s, drafting and administering agreements with subcontractors and consultants and processing modifications, and administering subcontracting plans. B.S. degree plus 5 years experience in government contract administration . Knowledge of FAR, AIDAR and federal reporting requirements needed. Masters degree, CACM or higher certification preferred. Working knowledge of spreadsheet packages required. Familiarity with Deltek’s Costpoint accounting system a plus.

MACRO offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including 401(k), profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, casual business dress, and free parking. MACRO is conveniently located in suburban MD at the intersection of 495/95 near Route 29/Colesville Road.

EOE/M/F/V/D.

Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume to:

Attn: Job Code SRCA/MC
hrc@mmail.macrointernational.com

The job code must be included on the cover page of faxes and letters or in the subject line of e-mail. Resumes submitted without a job code will not be considered.

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Domestic Research Job Openings:

DATABASE MANAGER

MACRO INTERNATIONAL INC. is a professional services firm offering high quality research, management consulting and information technology services supporting business and government.

MACRO is seeking a Database Manager to support the database management activities of several large-scale surveillance projects. Main responsibilities will include database management for two large-scale, national HIV/AIDS surveillance systems that monitor risk behaviors among populations at risk for infection and behaviors and clinical outcomes among HIV-infected persons. Activities will include involvement in data process and monitoring system design and testing, data processing and reconciliation, data set compilation and reporting, ad hoc analyses, technical assistance site visits and provision of remote technical assistance to federally funded grantees.

Applicants must possess hands-on expertise in SPSS and SAS including programming skills, experience in database construction and documentation, and data cleaning, editing, and reconciliation. Knowledge of MS Access and SUDAAN are a plus.

Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years experience in database management required. A background in health or social science research a plus. Must be able to work in a team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision are all a must for this position.

MACRO offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including 401(k), profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, casual business dress, and free parking. MACRO is conveniently located in suburban MD at the intersection of 495/95 near Route 29/Colesville Road.

EOE/M/F/V/D.

Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume to:

Attn: Job Code DBM/SB
hrc@mmail.macrointernational.com

The job code must be included on the cover page of faxes and letters or in the subject line of e-mail. Resumes submitted without a job code will not be considered.

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ADOBE FLEX DEVELOPERS

We are looking for Adobe Flex developers to join our team, building new and exciting web applications. Working at Blue Raster will provide you an opportunity to develop Rich Internet Applications for many high profile organizations—bringing together leading edge Flex and GIS/Mapping.

Details:

• Writing Flex and ActionScript as well as using established API's.
• Proficiency in Flex 3.0 and ActionScript (required)
• Design Patterns, MVC, Web services are a plus
• ColdFusion, ASP.NET or OO background is a plus (but not required)
• We are located in Arlington, VA (above Court House Metro Station).

Positions can be permanent or contract. Telecommuting is an option. If you know Adobe Flex and can make this work we are interested in talking with you.

Please send your resume to recruiting@blueraster.com (Word, PDF or Plain Text).

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DATA ANALYST

The Futures Institute, a sub-contractor to the MEASURE Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) project, is seeking to hire a Data Analyst to support analytical studies on demographic and health issues in developing countries. Duties include: conducting analyses of large survey data sets using statistical software packages, and assisting in preparing tabular and graphic materials of statistical data using spreadsheet and related computer programs. The position is based at the MEASURE DHS project at Macro International in Calverton, Maryland, USA, and the analyst will report to the Director of Research in the Demographic and Health Research Division of Macro.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in a social science or health-related field.
• Strong knowledge of statistical techniques, including multivariate methods.
• Experience in using statistical software packages, such as Stata, SPSS, or SAS.
• Experience in analyzing data from large social surveys.
• Knowledge of developing country population and health issues.
• Ability to work successfully in teams and with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• The analyst may be required to travel to developing countries as needed (up to 15% of time).

The Futures Institute offers an excellent compensation and a competitive benefits package.

Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume to:
resumes@futuresinstitute.org
Attn: Bill Winfrey before November 30, 2008.

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INFECTIOUS DISEASE SPECIALIST

CAMRIS International, Inc., a rapidly growing firm with programs in international development, public health and knowledge management, is seeking an INFECTIOUS DISEASE SPECIALIST to provide support to an international survey program collecting, analyzing and disseminating population and health data. A background in malaria, HIV/AIDS, and/or TB research is required, as is at least a Master’s level degree. Previous experience in providing technical assistance in household or facility surveys in international settings is preferred.  Prior support to monitoring and evaluation activities conducted for USAID or multinational organizations would be an asset. Strong quantitative/analytic skills, excellent writing capability, and knowledge of statistical packages required. Laboratory experience a plus. Fluency in French, and 5+ years experience preferred. Position involves 25% travel.

This is a full-time position on the MEASURE Phase III Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) contract for international survey research in population and health by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).  The five-year project will support the Monitoring and Evaluation to Assess and Use Results (MEASURE) Program by serving as the Bureau for Global Health’s primary demographic and health data collection effort.

CAMRIS International is a subcontractor to Macro International for the MEASURE DHS III contract.  The successful candidate for this position will be an employee of CAMRIS International and will be co-located with the rest of the project team at Macro International headquarters in Calverton, MD.  Candidates must be able to legally reside and work in the US and travel internationally. Highly motivated, qualified individuals are encouraged to submit resumes to Recruitment@camrisinternational.com   No phone calls, please.

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INTERNATIONAL EVALUATOR

MACRO INTERNATIONAL INC. is a professional services firm offering high quality research, evaluation, and management consulting services supporting business and government. MACRO conducts a broad range of international research and evaluation in the areas of public health and social development; basic education; media usage and patterns; and child labor and human trafficking.

MACRO is seeking resumes of potential evaluator candidates to submit on a USDOL Child Labor Education Initiative evaluation in Morocco. The evaluator will work over a two-week period in Morocco from February 15- March 2, 2009. The evaluator candidates must have the following experience:

• M.A. in international comparative education, research or related international development area of study;
• At least three years previous evaluation experience working on basic education or child labor evaluations;
• Previous experience conducting evaluations in Morocco;
• Fluency in English and ability to conduct interviews in French and Moroccan Arabic;
• Excellent analysis skills; and
• Excellent English writing skills

Due date for delivery of resumes is Friday, December 26, 2008.

EOE/M/F/V/D.

Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume to:

Attn: Job Code: IE/JT
      ATTN:  Jamie Timmons
      Project Coordinator
      fax to 301-572-0999
jamie.y.timmons@macrointernational.com

The job code must be included on the cover page of faxes and letters or in the subject line of e-mail. Resumes submitted without a job code will not be considered.

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MONITORING AND EVALUATION SPECIALIST

MACRO INTERNATIONAL INC. (MACRO) is a professional services firm offering high-quality research, management consulting, and information technology services supporting business and government.

Macro is seeking a Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist with Malaria experience. This position will work under the supervision of the Macro Principal Investigator for MEASURE Evaluation and work in teams with other MEASURE Evaluation s ta ff to implement project objectives and activities. Duties: provide technical assistance on the development of M&E strategies; work with country programs on surveillance and routine information for malaria; collaborate with partners such as Roll Back Malaria Partnership and the Global Fund on the implementation of malaria indicator surveys and other data collection tools; and utilize data for policy development and program management.

Candidates with experience in other infectious diseases, the scope could be expanded to include work in avian influenza, tuberculosis, and other emerging health threats.

MD or PhD (epidemiology, demography, or related disciplines) and 5 years experience with malaria program management in developing countries required. Prior experience needed in the use of measurement methods required for monitoring and evaluating international population and health programs, including strong skills in quanti ta tive and quali ta tive research. Experience in other infectious disease program monitoring and evaluation a plus. Must have the ability to work independently and manage projects on a daily basis with minimal supervision; and work effectively with other project staff, the prime contractor, USAID, other donors and international organizations. Foreign language skills are highly desirable (esp. French, Portuguese, Spanish). Ability to travel up to 20% internationally.

MACRO offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including 401(k), profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, casual business dress, and free parking. MACRO is conveniently located in suburban MD at the intersection of 495/95 near Route 29/Colesville Road.

EOE/M/F/V/D.

Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume to:

Attn: Job Code MES/MC
hrc@mmail.macrointernational.com

The job code must be included on the cover page of faxes and letters or in the subject line of e-mail. Resumes submitted without a job code will not be considered.

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SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

The Futures Institute, a sub-contractor to the MEASURE Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) project, is seeking to hire a Senior Research Associate to work on analytical studies on demographic and health issues in developing countries. The researcher will conduct data analysis, systematic literature reviews, and prepare publishable papers and multi-country reports. The researcher will also provide training and analytical assistance to collaborators from developing countries. The position is based at the MEASURE DHS project at Macro International in Calverton, Maryland, USA, and the researcher will report to the Director of Research in the Demographic and Health Research Division of Macro.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in a relevant social science or public health field (demography, behavioral sciences, epidemiology/biostatistics, international health).
• Familiarity with population and health issues in developing countries.
• Experience with analysis of large survey data sets, systematic reviews of literature, multivariate statistical methods, and major statistical software, such as STATA, SPSS, or SAS.
• Excellent writing skills, demonstrated ability to prepare publishable-quality manuscripts, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• 5+ years post-Ph.D. work experience in a relevant field preferred.
• Experience working in a team environment with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of French or Spanish preferred.
• The researcher may be required to travel to developing countries as needed (up to 25% of time).

The Futures Institute offers an excellent compensation and a competitive benefits package.

Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume to:
resumes@futuresinstitute.org
Attn: Bill Winfrey before November 30, 2008.

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RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

MACRO INTERNATIONAL INC. (MACRO) is a professional services firm offering high quality research, management consulting and information technology services supporting business and government.

MACRO is seeking a RESEARCH ASSOCIATE to support international research and evaluation projects involving child labor, forced labor, human trafficking, basic education research and related international social development topics.  Duties include:

• Conducting international qualitative research and analysis including in-country research, site visits, key informant interviews, group interviews.  
• Working with in-country researchers to design interview guides.
• Supporting in-country researchers in methodology design, quality control, and analysis in Africa, Asia, Latin America/Caribbean, Middle East and Central Eastern Europe.
• Conducting on-line research and conducting quality control of annotated bibliographies.

Bachelor’s degree in social science discipline and 1-3 years experience conducting international research and evaluation required.  Master’s degree preferred.  Use of qualitative and quantitative information in the creation of reports, a plus. Must have excellent writing and oral communication skills and must be able to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary international team environment. Must be proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel and Powerpoint).  French, Portuguese or Spanish language proficiency a plus. 

MACRO offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including 401(k), profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, casual business dress, and free parking. MACRO is conveniently located in suburban MD at the intersection of 495/95 near Route 29/Colesville Road.

EOE/M/F/V/D.

Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume to:

Attn: Job Code RA/AHT/SB
hrb@mmail.macrointernational.com

The job code must be included on the cover page of faxes and letters or in the subject line of e-mail. Resumes submitted without a job code will not be considered.

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RESEARCH ASSOCIATE/MALARIA ANALYST

MACRO INTERNATIONAL INC. (MACRO) is a professional services firm offering high-quality research, management consulting, and information technology services supporting business and government.
Macro is seeking a Research Associate with malaria experience. The researcher associate will conduct data analyses and will prepare publishable papers and multi-country reports on malaria. The research associate will also provide training and analytical assistance to collaborators from developing countries. The position requires collaboration with partners such as Roll Back Malaria and the President’s Malaria Initiative and may involve fieldwork/program activities related to malaria surveillance.
Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant public health or social science field (epidemiology, biostatistics, and international health).
• 3 years post-PhD experience conducting research, preferably with an emphasis on malaria in developing countries.
• Experience with analysis of large survey data sets and major statistical software, such as STATA, SPSS, or SAS.
• Excellent writing skills, demonstrated ability to prepare publishable-quality manuscripts, strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Foreign language skills are highly desirable (especially French or Spanish).
• Familiarity with the use of GIS data a plus.
• The research associate may be required to travel internationally (up to 20% of time).

MACRO offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including 401(k), profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, casual business dress, and free parking. MACRO is conveniently located in suburban MD at the intersection of 495/95 near Route 29/Colesville Road.

EOE/M/F/V/D.
Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume to:
Attn: Job Code RAMA/WB
hrw@mmail.macrointernational.com

The job code must be included on the cover page of faxes and letters or in the subject line of e-mail. Resumes submitted without a job code will not be considered.

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SURVEY SPECIALIST

CAMRIS International, Inc., a rapidly growing firm with programs in international development, public health and knowledge management, is seeking a SURVEY SPECIALIST to provide support to an international survey program collecting, analyzing and disseminating population and health data. A background in population, maternal and child health or nutrition is preferred. Previous experience in providing technical assistance in household or facility surveys in international settings is required, as is a Master’s level degree. Prior support to monitoring and evaluation activities conducted for USAID or multinational organizations would be an asset. Quantitative/analytic skills and excellent writing capability required. Fluency in French, and 5+ years experience preferred. Position involves 30% travel.

This is a full-time position on the MEASURE Phase III Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) contract for international survey research in population and health by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).  The five-year project will support the Monitoring and Evaluation to Assess and Use Results (MEASURE) Program by serving as the Bureau for Global Health’s primary demographic and health data collection effort.

CAMRIS International is a subcontractor to Macro International for the MEASURE DHS III contract.  The successful candidate for this position will be an employee of CAMRIS International and will be co-located with the rest of the project team at Macro International headquarters in Calverton, MD. Candidates must be able to legally reside and work in the US and travel internationally.  Highly motivated, qualified individuals are encouraged to submit resumes to Recruitment@camrisinternational.com   No phone calls, please.

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WEB TEAM MANAGER

Blue Raster is seeking a Web Team Manager responsible for strategic planning and oversight of the MEASURE DHS website and accompanying Web servers.

Responsibilities:

• Manage technical and content elements of the USAID MEASURE DHS Web site and Web-based tools
• Supervise part- and full-time programmers, Web content writers, and Web designers
• Liaise with project staff to enhance and update Web site content
• Promote Web site use and access
• Track Web site use
• Ensure compliance with USAID branding, Section 508 and ADA requirements
• Hire consultants as needed for specific tasks
• Serve as the project point person for all Web site related issues

The successful candidate must have a bachelor's degree preferably with a concentration in computer science or related field or equivalent training and experience. Five or more years of experience in Web site design and management. Excellent communication and project management skills. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server/IIS, SQL Server, and Adobe ColdFusion required. In addition, the successful candidate should have the following skills:

Details:

• Experience in managing web sites that disseminate information in the health and population area (not required)
• Experience working with USAID-funded projects (not required)
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work with non technical groups
• Experience designing security solution for hosting using at least 2 of the following technologies (SSL on Webserver, Windows-based authentication, Web Server level authentication, Single Sign On).
• Experience with Web site tracking tools, such as Google Analytics, Web Trends, etc. to generate reports and analyze site traffic patterns and usage.

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, background in health or social science research, and ability to read French or Spanish a plus. Must be able to work in a team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work independently under deadlines are essential for this position.

This position is in direct support of the MEASURE Phase III Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) contract by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Blue Raster is partnering with MACRO International on the $142 million, five-year contract which will serve as the Bureau for Global Health's primary demographic and health data collection effort.

Blue Raster offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including 401(k), profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, casual business dress, and free parking. MACRO is conveniently located in suburban MD at the intersection of 495/95 near Route 29/Colesville Road.

Please send your resume to recruiting@blueraster.com (Word, PDF or Plain Text).

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Bethesda

PROJECT ASSISTANT

The Bethesda office of Macro International Inc. is seeking a Project Assistant to support multiple annual surveys and data collection efforts for education projects within the U.S.
Primary responsibilities for this entry-level position include:

• Conducting data collection activities, including providing content and technical support and performing (electronic) mail-outs and phone and e-mail follow-up
• Maintaining weekly project logs and preparing monthly progress reports
• Facilitating project logistics such as scheduling meetings, conference rooms, conference calls, etc.
• Tracking activities, deliverables, and timelines
• Taking meeting minutes and action items during meetings and performing basic follow-up
• Some data entry and other administrative tasks as needed

The ideal candidate for this position will have strong Microsoft (MS) Word and Excel skills. Familiarity with MS Project is a plus. Solid English verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, organization and time management skills, comfort working as part of a team, and ability to multitask are essential. A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in the social sciences.

Macro offers a friendly work environment, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits, including tuition reimbursement, profit sharing, 401(k), and transit subsidies.

EOE/M/F/V/D
Please submit resume with cover letter, salary requirements, and daytime phone number to:
Job Code: ProjAsst/SA/LO
Fax: (301) 961-8536
E-mail: jobs2@qrc.com
Mail: Macro International Inc.
7315 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 400W
Bethesda, MD 20814

The job code must be included on the cover page of faxes and letters or in the subject line of e-mail. Resumes submitted without a job code, cover letter, and salary requirements will not be considered.

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Rockville

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