Dissemination and Implementation Frameworks and Outcomes Scientist

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Scientist II

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We are seeking a highly motivated Dissemination and Implementation Frameworks and Outcomes Scientist II to join the Implementation IMPACT Lab (IMPlementation Science to Accelerate Community Translation) led by Dr. Shellie Ellis. The IMPACT Research Lab focuses on advancing precision medicine and improving evidence-based care delivery in rural health settings through the integration of Implementation Science, Health Services Research, and community-based approaches to address rural health disparities.

Dissemination and Implementation Frameworks and Outcomes Scientist II will support dissemination and implementation science research activities led by the Lead Implementation Program Evaluation Scientist III and senior investigators, contributing to evaluation planning, data collection, analysis, and stakeholder engagement across federally funded and foundation-sponsored projects focused on rural health, precision medicine, and digital mental health. Dissemination and Implementation Frameworks and Outcomes Scientist II will work to support selection of appropriate implementation frameworks and measures to match the overall evaluation design and evaluation plan.

He or she will assess the literature to identify validated measures to ensure comparability to other similar digital mental health implementation efforts. The D&I Frameworks and Outcomes Scientist will work with the Lead Implementation Program Evaluation Scientist and Statistician to pilot test data collection systems and instruments. He or she will work with the qualitative team to identify appropriate implementation frameworks for qualitative inquiry and help build codebooks and define constructs for rapid data analysis.

He or she will work with the statistician and implementation strategy optimization team to develop dashboards that can efficiently map to implementation strategies and alert the need for optimization. In addition, the Scientist II may support ongoing research in the Implementation IMPACT Lab, which currently includes TEAMSPORT, an NCI-funded project now in its fourth year focused on implementing pathologist-initiated genomic testing in rural communities to improve access to precision oncology care.

This project has generated a substantial body of quantitative and qualitative data, with multiple manuscripts planned or currently in development. The Scientist II will also field consultation requests that come in through the lab, advising on implementation theories, methods, and strategies, and integrate and coordinate with other implementation science units across campus. The Scientist II will also provide scientific leadership and mentorship to other research team members, fostering methodological rigor, professional development, and consistency across evaluation efforts.

Additional position details:
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, 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.

Success in this role requires:
Ability to contribute to implementation science and program evaluation activities, ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and sponsor requirements. 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 Excellent verbal communication skills to present research analysis and findings clearly and concisely Proven ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary partners (e.g., researchers, clinicians, health system lead