Research Scientist - Patient-Centered Outcomes Research - Hybrid or Remote

　　Job no: 501824 Work type: Regular Full-Time Location: Bethesda, MD Capability Area: Health Sciences

　　JOB DESCRIPTION:

　　NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a talented Research Scientist to support the Health Sciences Research Department. Our Health Sciences staff evaluate the effectiveness of federal investments in informatics, supports the emerging fields of patient-centered outcomes research and mobile health. The staff also work on large implementation science projects involving patient safety and quality.

　　This position is responsible for completing project work which could include development of analytic approaches, questionnaire design, data collection strategy, acquisition of existing data, data analysis, and/or preparing study conclusions and developing high quality reports. This position will also lead tasks and provide direction to other team members.

　　NORC recognizes that talented and skilled researchers live throughout the U.S. and actively supports remote work arrangements.

　　DEPARTMENT:Health Sciences (https://www.norc.org/About/Departments/Pages/health-sciences.aspx)

　　NORC’s Health Sciences (https://www.norc.org/About/Departments/Pages/health-sciences.aspx) staff produce rich data on health care priorities including the uses of electronic clinical data in research, and the applications and effectiveness of health information technology.

　　Our expert staff evaluates the effectiveness of federal investments in informatics, supports the emerging fields of patient-centered outcomes research and mobile health. The staff also work on large implementation science projects involving patient safety and quality.

　　NORC’s Health Sciences staff work collaboratively with colleagues in the Health Care (http://www.norc.org/About/Departments/Pages/health-care.aspx) and Public Health (http://www.norc.org/Research/Departments/Pages/public-health.aspx) Departments to offer program, policy, and research solutions. Our work is guided by a commitment to long-lasting partnerships, transparency, and high-quality, nonpartisan research that improves health and health care for all people.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Design research studies in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team of researchers.

　　Author and present research at client and professional meetings and lead drafting of final project reports. Submit articles for publication in refereed journals.

　　Author sections of analysis reports, technical reports, OMB clearance packages, and other documentary deliverables.

　　Assist with quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.

　　Engage in business development activities including authoring various sections of the technical proposal.

　　Monitor task budget and schedule.

　　Supervise staff involved for specific tasks and projects.

　　Perform other duties as assigned.

　　REQUIRED SKILLS:

　　Master's Degree or Bachelor’s Degree and equivalent experience required; PhD in health sciences, health policy or public health strongly preferred.

　　At least 7 years’ experience in positions of increasing responsibility in research or related field (or equivalent education) including at least 3 years' of social science project management as well as experience with the design and execution of social science research and in publishing research results, with a strong career-appropriate record of peer-reviewed technical publications

　　Prior experience in implementation science, pragmatic trials, or program evaluation is a plus.

　　Prior work in health information technology is a plus

　　Prior experience in qualitative methods with work related to Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) or implementation science is a plus.

　　Prior work with Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is a plus.

　　Advanced understanding of qualitative and/or quantitative analysis.

　　Strong problem solving, project management, relationship management skills.

　　Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

　　Some experience in client communications and relationship management; solid technical writing skills.

　　Strong proficiency with MS Office software; strong proficiency with statistical analysis packages.

　　Must have experience managing and mentoring staff.

　　Strong writing skills.

　　Occasional travel to client meetings.

　　Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

　　SALARY AND BENEFITS:

　　The pay range for this position is $104,030-$160,077. The budgeted range for this role is: $104,030-$125,000.

　　This position is classified as regular. Regular staff are eligible for NORC’s comprehensive benefits program. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

　　Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment

　　Dental and vision insurance

　　A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program

　　Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance

　　Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

　　NORC’s Approach to Equity and Transparency

　　Pay and benefits transparency helps to reduce wage gaps. As part of our commitment to pay equity and salary transparency, NORC includes a salary range for each job opening along with information about eligible benefit offerings. At NORC, we take a comprehensive approach to setting salary ranges and reviewing raises and promotions, which is overseen by a formal Salary Review Committee (SRC).

　　WHAT WE DO:

　　NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.

　　WHO WE ARE:

　　For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we’re known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.

　　EEO STATEMENT:

　　NORC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other legally protected characteristics.

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　　Advertised: January 25, 2024 Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: