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GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Research Scientist functions independently and in collaboration with principal investigators and other faculty members to develop complex research study designs and conduct analyses in pharmacoepidemiology, epidemiology/biostatistics, and analytic methods. Prepares scientific reports, manuscripts, presentations, and grant sections in conjunction with Senior faculty. Works in close-knit, internationally known research unit of 20 Harvard faculty and 40 support staff.
The Research Scientist mentors Junior Research Specialists and Research Specialists and Senior Research Specialists.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serves as an integral part of the research team. In collaboration with principal investigators and other faculty members, plans, designs, and executes 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. The Research Scientist may also oversee large prospective quality improvement trials being conducted to improve long-term medication adherence and health outcomes. Performs advanced data analyses, working closely with the Principal Investigator, senior staff as well as independently. Interprets research data and prepares complex reports. In close coordination with faculty, contributes to scientific literature through oral and poster presentations and published manuscripts. Serves as an expert in specific field and serves as a mentor to Junior Research Specialists and Research Specialists and Senior Research Specialists. All other duties as assigned, which may include providing mentoring and support to research staff related to the correct use of the Aetion platform.
Specific duties include:
1. Design research studies and conducts analyses
2. Lead/collaborate on interpretation of results
3. Contribute to scientific literature through manuscripts and oral presentations
4. inlead/collaborate on study design and protocol development
5. inlead/collaborate on Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission process for new research protocols
6. Participate in design and writing of grant proposals and grant material
7. Compose and present sections of research reports and manuscripts
8. Perform advanced data analysis, working closely with the Principal Investigator and other researchers
9. Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
AstraZeneca |
AstraZeneca |
Alexion |
Martin Marietta Materials |
Mental Health Center of Denver |
Mental Health Center of Denver |