Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

7d • $71,750 - $73,544 • Onsite

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will support a federally funded research program focused on advancing community-based self-management interventions for individuals living with chronic burn injury. The fellow will contribute to all phases of the research process, including systematic reviews, qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, implementation science research, stakeholder engagement, intervention development, and dissemination of findings. The fellow will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigators and collaborate with a team of researchers. Will conduct independent and collaborative research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and the development of innovative solutions. The fellow will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigators and collaborate with a team of researchers.

Requirements

• Doctorate Related Field of Study required
• Previous Research experience 3-5 years required
• Demonstrated experience in research techniques, methods, or research areas relevant to the project.
• Proficient analytical skills, proficiency in statistical software, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of implementation science, rehabilitation research, health services research, public health, or related research methodologies.
• Knowledge of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research designs, including data collection, management, analysis, and interpretation.
• Understanding of implementation science frameworks and models, including the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR), RE-AIM, Implementation Mapping, and related approaches.
• Knowledge of systematic review methods, evidence synthesis, and scientific literature appraisal.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and develop evidence-based recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct qualitative interviews, focus groups, stakeholder workshops, and community-engaged research activities.
• Experience with statistical and qualitative data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R, Stata, NVivo, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and execute research experiments or projects in alignment with departmental goals.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret data using appropriate statistical methods and tools.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to inform research direction and methodologies.
• Prepare and publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences and seminars.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, students, and other researchers, contributing to a positive research environment.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, providing guidance on research methodologies and techniques.
• Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and funding applications to support ongoing research.
• Prepare periodic reports and documents summarizing research progress and outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree