Research Scientist

American Addiction Centers•Charlotte, NC

3d•$51 - $77•Hybrid

About The Position

Sustains a high-quality program of research in areas that align with Advocate Health's strengths and Advocate Research Institute (AARI) priorities. Leads or co-leads complex projects with clinicians and other scientists, within or outside AARI, to develop, implement, and conduct research that aligns with AAH strengths and AARI priorities. Acts as Principal Investigator (PI), Co-investigator, or Co-PI on projects with other scientists, health system stakeholders, and external collaborators. Leads project teams to achieve study objectives, deliver results on time, and ensure the quality of research deliverables. Serves as the AARI site lead for specific projects with collaborators and funders to ensure requirements and expectations are met in a timely manner. Leads and designs grant submissions to internal and external funding agencies to secure and grow external and philanthropic funding of AARI academic research and support their program of research. Disseminates research findings through reports, presentations at regional and national conferences, and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Contributes expert knowledge related to their area(s) of expertise in developing/refining the AARI academic research agenda and system-wide initiatives. Provides thought leadership in areas relevant to their own program of research to research and system leaders. Serves on AAH and AARI committees and task forces. Provides expert knowledge to research leaders and other scientists in addressing and resolving issues related to activities, budgets, and staffing for research projects. Mentors more junior scientists and investigators, as well as research team members.

Requirements

Doctorate Degree in Health Science or related field.
Typically requires 4 years of experience in Public health, health sciences, biostatistics, health economics, health services research or equivalent.
Evidence of funding from federal or other organizations/agencies as PI and/or Co-I.
3+ years post-graduate experience in established area/program of research.
Clearly advancing toward a successful independent research career as evidenced by grant funding and publications.
Expert knowledge in area(s) aligned with their own program of research.
Self-directed and works independently.
Expert knowledge of qualitative/quantitative methods.
Excellent presentation and writing skills, evidenced by presentations at scientific conferences and track record of publications in scientific journals.
Demonstrated ability to build collaborative working relationships with multiple stakeholders and constituencies at all levels in academic and health care settings.
Effective organizational and time management skills, as well as team building and relationship management skills.
Proven skills in critical/analytic thinking, creativity/innovation, customer service, problem solving, and project management.
Understanding of good clinical practices and the laws, regulations, standards and guidance governing the conduct of clinical research and the preparation of regulatory and other relevant research document submissions.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, statistical software applications (e.g., STATA, SAS, SPSS) and relational database design (e.g., REDCap).

Responsibilities

Sustains high quality program of research in area(s) that aligns with AAH strengths and AARI priorities.
Leads or co-leads complex projects with clinicians and other scientists, within or outside AARI, to develop, implement and conduct research that aligns with AAH strengths and AARI priorities.
Acts as Principal Investigator (PI), Co-investigator or Co-PI on projects with other scientists, health system stakeholders and external collaborators.
Leads project teams to achieve study objectives, deliver results on time, and ensure the quality of research deliverables.
Serves as the AARI site lead for specific projects with collaborators and funders to ensure requirements and expectations are met in a timely manner.
Leads and designs grant submissions to internal and external funding agencies to secure and grow external and philanthropic funding of AARI academic research and support his/her program of research.
Disseminates research findings through reports, presentations at regional and national conferences, and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Contributes expert knowledge related to his/her area(s) of expertise in developing/refining the AARI academic research agenda and system-wide initiatives.
Provides thought leadership in area(s) relevant to his/her own program of research to research and system leaders.
Serves on AAH and AARI committees and task forces.
Provides expert knowledge to research leaders and other scientists in addressing and resolving issues related to activities, budgets, and staffing for research projects.
Mentors more junior scientists and investigators, as well as research team members.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program