Research Scientist II

Purpose

Senior non-faculty researcher, use fundamental and advanced concepts, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to design and perform complex scientific research.

Primary Functions

• Plan and complete the most complex procedures: participate in discovery projects.
• Oversee organization, coding, synthesis and analysis of findings.
• Review research methodologies; plan, develop and compose protocols for implementation, assessment, testing, cost effectiveness, and quality.
• Supervise staff including hiring, training, performance reviews, coaching and corrective actions; oversee daily operations of the laboratory.
• Oversee assignments to researchers, biostatisticians, data analysts, and other members of the research team including staff members, who gather, code, enter and track data.
• Plan and perform statistical analyses using advanced techniques; determine and review statistical findings with investigators and recommend design modifications in study protocols.
• Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts. Assist in outcome interpretation and composition of the results sections of manuscripts and reports.
• Participate in meetings with principal investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, evaluate lab procedures.
• Train students, residents and post-doctoral fellows in specific research protocols; develop training materials.
• Develop, implement and maintain a computerized record system for reporting results.

This is a hybrid position.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

Knowledge of biology, public health, health services research, mathematics, documentation, and records management.

Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Organizational Structure

Building: Health Research Center

Department: Center for Advancing Population Science

Division: Center for Advancing Population Science

Reports to (Title): Joan Neuner MD and Center Administrator II

Direct Reports (Titles): N/A

Collaborates with (Titles):

Preferred Schedule:

Position Requirements:

Specifications

Minimum Required Education: PhD in a scientific field

Minimum Required Experience: 3 years

Preferred Education:

Preferred Experience: Applied social science or pharmacoeconomics research with a focus on improving older women health (breast cancer, urinary incontinence, and osteoporosis) through data and implementation science.

Field:

Certification:

Classification

Grade Name R17

Full-Time Equivalent 1.0

FLSA Status Exempt

FLSA Test Learned Professional

Workweek Full-time role with expectations for coverage during core business hours and flexibility required as necessary to accommodate business needs.

Job ID 283

Job Name Research Scientist

Position Category Research Services (RS)

Job Scope

Complexity – regularly applied judgment to accomplish tasks; develops policies and procedures

Impact – errors may cause moderate to serious damage; accuracy highly important

Autonomy – performs work independently with regular check-ins; supervision available as needed

Communication – occasionally resolves conflicts; adapts communication style to audiences

Responsibility – advises others

Confidentiality – regularly prepares and uses confidential information

Leadership – acts as a role model

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Risk Potential

Little or no exposure to hazards such as dust, fumes, or extreme temperatures, airborne or blood borne pathogens, extreme temperatures, or allergens.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

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