Research Specialist Perinatal and Pediatric Pharmacoepidemiology

Mass General Brigham•Somerville, MA

6d•$63,253 - $102,596•Hybrid

About The Position

Functioning under the direction of the principal investigators and other faculty members, the Research Specialist works independently to conduct high level, complex research study design and analysis in the areas of perinatal and pediatric pharmacoepidemiology. Contributes to scientific literature, reports, journals, manuscripts (including co-authorship as appropriate), presentations, and grant writing. Work in close-knit, internationally known research unit of 25+ Harvard faculty and 60+ support staff.

Requirements

MS (or equivalent) or doctoral degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or related field; emphasis on methods and or pharmaco-epidemiology preferred; healthcare-related doctoral degree a plus
Experience in an academic research setting 3-5 years required
Excellent knowledge of epidemiologic methods; focus on Pharmacoepidemiology desirable
Experience in research using large claims databases desirable
Experience in collaborative projects with clinical medicine is preferred
Knowledge and skills in the critical appraisal of research evidence are highly desired
Background in pharmaceuticals is advantageous

Responsibilities

Researches, develops, designs and executes and interprets research data
Contributes to interpretation of research data and results
Contributes to scientific literature, journals, and oral presentations
Participate in study design and protocol development
Participate in Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission process for new research protocols
Take part in design and writing of grant proposals and grant material
Compose and present sections of research reports and manuscripts
Perform advanced data analysis, working closely with the Principal Investigator and other researchers
Performs other duties as assigned