Scientist II

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

1d•$90,000•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist II to join the Implementation IMPACT Lab (IMPlementation Science to Accelerate Community Translation) led by Dr. Shellie Ellis. The IMPACT Research Lab is focused on advancing Precision Medicine and improving evidence-based care delivery in rural health settings. The successful candidate will contribute to projects that integrate Implementation Science, Health Services Research, and community-based approaches to address rural health disparities. This position is part-time, 50% Terminal, 12 month appointment This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding. It is anticipated that this position will be remote and requires work be performed at an offsite, non-campus work location. This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years. Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will be given first consideration: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with clinical staff, physicians, and research staff alike Must be adaptable to changing situations and able to maintain a collegial work environment Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously, pay close attention to detail, and operate effectively in both in-person and virtual environments Ability to work cooperatively with others and demonstrate professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior in all interactions Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

Requirements

Experience working in a clinical research setting
Knowledge and experience in scientific methods and research theory relevant to implementation science and other healthcare delivery improvement strategies
Demonstrated expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods
Solid experience with computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and EndNote
Strong writing skills with a track record of publications
Experience with grant writing and research funding processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write and present research analysis and findings clearly and concisely
Knowledge and experience in maintaining confidentiality of research subjects and information in accordance with the University of Wisconsin Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements
Ph.D. in Public Health, Health Administration, Human Factors Engineering, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, or a related clinical field, required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience in precision medicine is strongly preferred
Experience working with community health centers or rural health systems
Experience with data collection and analytics software tools such as Stata, SAS, or R; REDCap; and Dedoose
Familiarity with genomic testing and clinical practice guidelines for oncology
Knowledge and experience with Relational Coordination theory and measurement
Experience implementing audit & feedback

Responsibilities

Prepares and/or presents research results for presentation to professional organizations or scholarly publications to help advance research.
Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as needed
Serves as a unit subject matter expert and liaison to internal and external stakeholders providing advanced level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
Identifies research problems and develops complex research methodologies and procedures
Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision
Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures
Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information