Research scientist

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Charlotte, NC

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Research/Data Scientist is responsible for conducting translational, implementation, and data science research in family medicine. The individual will use databases, surveys, and implementation methodologies to conduct quality improvement and intervention studies. The individual undertakes research studies in areas defined by the Vice Chair for Research or designee. Responsibilities will include all aspects of research from protocol and experimental design, study implementation in the clinical practices, data collection, data analysis and interpretation, independent grant writing and submission, abstract and manuscript preparation, and presentation at meetings. All work will be conducted with a minimum of direct supervision as defined by the Vice Chair for Research.

With minimal guidance, use advanced statistical and computational methods to deliver insights and strategic opportunities to improve quality and the patient experience. Establish scalable, efficient, and automated processes for large-scale data analyses and model development, validation, and implementation. Proactively monitor and analyze complex projects to understand, diagnose, and continuously update project activities. Expertise in problem definition, i.e., able to translate research questions into analytical questions and translate analytical results into research solutions Write statistical methodology and results for technical reports and publications Manipulate, combine, and refine large databases to produce information suitable for analysis Develop algorithms for data analysis and write computer code to implement them Create graphics for data visualization and information display Partner with research leadership across the organization to collaborate on research projects Able to take leadership of multiple projects concurrently and accommodate frequent interruptions and changing priorities Able to influence research leadership to take action based on analytical insights Creates timelines for project management with little or no assistance. Ensures successful completion of assigned projects on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with research standards and ethics. Ability to translate advanced methodologies and complex results for non-technical audiences Conduct effective meetings with external and internal research leaders

Requirements

• Experience in biostatistics, translational research, implementation research, and data science research in Family Medicine is preferred.
• Experience conducting research using advanced statistical and computational methods to improve the quality and overall care experience is preferred.
• Expertise in statistical methodology, computation, research, healthcare, and communication preferred.
• Ph.D. with at least 5 years of professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the skills and knowledge necessary to perform the job requirements in research related to Statistics, Epidemiology, Health Services Research, Economics, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Geography, Implementation Science, or closely related areas preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience with SAS and/or R, other data mining tools, databases, and computer programming preferred; Experience with healthcare claims, pharmaceutical, and EHR data preferred.
• Excellent oral, written, and technical communication skills and a solid command of the English language; Demonstrated ability to communicate complex relationships and concepts using data to drive change.
• Experience in group presentation and public speaking.

Nice To Haves

• Published in respected journals with high impact factors preferred.
• MD and/or Ph.D. with at least 3 years of relevant post-doctoral research in biochemistry, molecular biology, or cell biology.
• Published in respected journals with high report factors.

Responsibilities

• Performs searches in databases, analyzes data, and prepares presentations.
• Provides instruction and mentors to residents, post-doctoral fellows, students, and research associates on the fundamentals of Family Medicine research, evidence-based medicine, research principles, and methodologies.
• Develops and performs translational, implementation, and data science research projects related, but not limited, to family medicine, chronic diseases, and infectious diseases.
• Collaborates on projects on the translational, implementation, and data science research projects related to family medicine
• Generates data quality checks, data reports, and analysis, and writes progress reports.
• Writes manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Prepares abstracts and presents research findings at local and national meetings.
• Conceives, develops, writes, and submits grant funding.
• Participates in safety and quality assurance activities.
• Performs searches in databases, analyzes data, and prepares presentations.
• Provides instruction and mentors to residents, post doctoral fellows, students and research associates on the fundamentals of exercise physiology, evidence-based medicine, research principles, and methodologies.
• Develops and Performs research programs in clinical rehabilitation medicine including community integration and motor recovery after brain injury, in rehabilitation interventions and recovery processes among individuals with disability, and other research projects.
• Collaborates on projects on the basic and clinical and translational aspects of clinical rehabilitation medicine.
• Generates data quality check, data reports and analysis and writes progress reports.
• Writes manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Prepares abstracts and presents research findings at local and national meetings.
• Conceives, develops, writes, and submits grant funding.
• Participates in safety and quality assurance activities.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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