Research Specialist Perinatal and Pediatric Pharmacoepidemiology

Mass General Brigham•Somerville, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Specialist works under the direction of principal investigators and other faculty members, independently conducting complex research study design and analysis in perinatal and pediatric pharmacoepidemiology. The work evaluates therapeutic outcomes and adverse effects of drugs and other medical interventions, and includes simulation studies of epidemiologic methods and validation studies using claims data. The role applies biostatistics, epidemiologic methods, and health services research skills. The Research Specialist is an integral member of a close-knit research unit of more than 25 Harvard faculty and more than 60 support staff. The position contributes to scientific literature, reports, journals, manuscripts, presentations, and grant writing, and supports project management as needed.

Requirements

MS or equivalent degree, or doctoral degree, in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a related field.
Three to five years of experience in an academic research setting.
Excellent knowledge of epidemiologic methods.
Skills in biostatistics, epidemiologic methods, and health services research.
Ability to conduct advanced data analysis and contribute to research study design and interpretation.

Nice To Haves

Emphasis on methods and/or pharmacoepidemiology is preferred.
A healthcare-related doctoral degree is a plus.
Focus on pharmacoepidemiology is desirable.
Experience conducting research using large claims databases is desirable.
Experience collaborating on projects with clinical medicine is preferred.
Knowledge and skills in critical appraisal of research evidence are highly desired.
A background in pharmaceuticals is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Research, develop, design, execute, and interpret research studies and data.
Contribute to interpretation of research data and results.
Assist with designing, planning, and executing analyses of therapeutic outcomes and adverse effects of drugs and other medical interventions.
Conduct simulation studies evaluating epidemiologic methods and validation studies in claims data.
Analyze and interpret findings, and prepare summaries, reports, and presentations.
Contribute to scientific literature through oral and poster presentations and published manuscripts.
Participate in study design and protocol development.
Participate in Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions for new research protocols.
Take part in designing and writing grant proposals and related materials.
Compose and present sections of research reports and manuscripts.
Perform advanced data analysis in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and other researchers.
Assist with project management as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.