Research Specialist Perinatal and Pediatric Pharmacoepidemiology Job Somerville area,Massachusetts USA,Healthcare

Site:
The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc.

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Job Summary

Functioning under the direction of the principal investigators and other faculty members, the Research Specialist works independently to conduct high level, complex research study design and analysis in the areas of perinatal and pediatric pharmacoepidemiology. Contributes to scientific literature, reports, journals, manuscripts (including co-authorship as appropriate), presentations, and grant writing. Work in close-knit, internationally known research unit of 25+ Harvard faculty and 60+ support staff.

Qualifications
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of principal investigators, assists in the designing, planning, and execution of analyses of therapeutic outcomes and adverse effects of drugs and other medical interventions, as well as simulation studies evaluating epidemiologic methods and validation studies in claims data; applying skills in biostatistics, epidemiologic methods, and health services research. Serves as an integral part of the research team, helps to analyze and interpret data findings, prepare summaries, reports and presentations based on analysis and results.

Contributes to the scientific literature through oral and poster presentations and published manuscripts. Assists with grant proposals and project management, as needed.

Specific duties include:

Researches, develops, designs and executes and interprets research data

Contributes to interpretation of research data and results

Contributes to scientific literature, journals, and oral presentations

Participate in study design and protocol development

Participate in Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission process for new research protocols

Take part in design and writing of grant proposals and grant material

Compose and present sections of research reports and manuscripts

Perform advanced data analysis, working closely with the Principal Investigator and other researchers

Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

MS (or equivalent) or doctoral degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or related field; emphasis on methods and or pharmaco-epidemiology preferred; healthcare-related doctoral degree a plus
Experience in an academic research setting 3-5 years required
Excellent knowledge of epidemiologic methods; focus on Pharmacoepidemiology desirable
Experience in research using large claims databases desirable
Experience in collaborative projects with clinical medicine is preferred
Knowledge and skills in the critical appraisal of research evidence are highly desired
Background in pharmaceuticals is advantageous

Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$63,252.80 - $/Annual

Grade

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications;

however, it does not encompass all…