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National Committee for Quality Assurance - Washington, DC
NCQA offers a distinct opportunity to transform lives. Our sole mission is to improve health care quality. Our staff achieves that by promoting measurement, transparency and accountability. We are seeking candidates for the following positions in research.
Assistant Vice President: Lead the development and execution of NCQA’s research program, applying strategic thinking ability, strong management and leadership skills, business development and operational expertise. Identify, develop, lead, and collaborate on research grants and contracts that advance the department’s strategic and business plan goals, which are to develop quality measures and evaluate approaches that could become new NCQA products or programs; and enhance existing products or programs and/or their expansion into new or adjacent markets. PhD in field related to health services research, economics, statistics or equivalent discipline or a combination of education and at least 7 years' experience which demonstrates the necessary requirements of this position.
Research Scientist: Lead, develop, and collaborate on high-priority research and performance measurement evaluation projects focused on geriatrics, care for vulnerable populations and older adults, long-term services and supports and related areas. The scientist will lead teams and provide subject matter expertise for a portfolio of externally and internally funded projects that support strategic enterprise and national initiatives. This work will require regular engagement with internal subject matter experts, operational leads, and key stakeholders including CMS, foundations, health plans, providers and patients.
NCQA’s Phyllis Torda Health Care Quality Fellowship is a unique opportunity for emerging scholars and leaders in health policy and health services research. The Torda Fellowship is designed to support self-directed research in health care quality and is open to candidates with a terminal Master's or doctorate in a health-related field. The Fellowship offers a competitive salary, paid time off, medical and dental insurance along with an office in NCQA’s Washington, DC headquarters. Torda Fellows will have access to NCQA’s vibrant community of researchers, guest speakers and trainings, and funding for professional development. NCQA’s connections to government, policy and professional organizations provide ample opportunities to identify topics of pressing concern to policymakers and providers for further research. Applications due March 1, 2020.
Northwestern University - Evanston, IL
The Department of Medical Social Sciences, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University invites applications for a new position as a team scientist (assistant to associate professor) in the area of patient-centered health communication and user experience with information systems. We are seeking a scientist with an early or established research program in user experience with informatics and health communication to understand best practices in the design and use of patient and clinician-facing health information data collection and reporting tools. A critical consideration will be the extent to which the candidates' focus is synergistic with ongoing Departmental research and culture of collaboration. Collaborative orientation and skills in interdisciplinary and team science are integral. Participation in Departmental teaching/training activities and University service are also expected and valued.
Applications accepted here: https://facultyrecruiting.northwestern.edu/apply/ODUz. Position is open until filled, and the start date is negotiable.
ImproveCareNow Network - Remote Work Opportunity
The ImproveCareNow (ICN) Network’s mission is to transform the health, care, and costs for children and adolescents with inflammatory bowel disease. ICN is a Learning Health System in which patients, clinicians and researchers collaborate to learn from every interaction, conduct patient-centered outcomes research, and implement the findings. The Executive Director of ImproveCareNow is a key member of the leadership team and will work closely with the ICN Clinical Director and Scientific Director to provide overall strategic leadership to plan, develop, and direct ICN’s continuous learning system to achieve breakthrough performance on the network’s goals for better health, a more engaged community and faster, more meaningful research for children and families living with IBD. The Executive Director is responsible for the development of the strategic direction for the entire Network and reports to the Board of Directors. Seeking applicants now to fill position by March. Visit ImproveCareNow to view the qualifications and learn more.
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, NC
The Department of Epidemiology, Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is recruiting for multiple full-time tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The Department seeks outstanding individuals engaged in epidemiology research, including, but not limited to, pharmacoepidemiology, real world evidence, outcomes/health services research, or epidemiologic methods with research in substantive areas such as, but not limited to, cancer, infectious diseases, endocrinology (diabetes), or women’s health. Research portfolios may include a range of topics, from molecular to social determinants of disease. Doctoral degree in Epidemiology or closely related field or equivalent degree.
Complete details on how to apply are found on the UNC website.
National Institute on Aging - Bethesda, MD
The National Institute on Aging (NIA), Division of Behavioral and Social Research (BSR) is recruiting talented behavioral and social scientists to serve as program officers managing portfolios of innovative, aging-relevant, grant-supported research and research training. BSR offers a scientifically energizing and collegial environment with opportunities to develop research initiatives; cultivate a portfolio of grant-supported research; lead and participate in transdisciplinary research collaborations; and develop scientific programming.
Multiple positions are available, and may be viewed on NIA's BSR website. Applications must be submitted through www.USAJobs.gov
University of Maryland School of Medicine - Baltimore, MD
The University of Maryland School of Medicine seeks an associate or full professor to lead the Division of Gerontology in the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health to advance ground-breaking research in gerontology. The Division Director will draw on outstanding campus resources to accelerate growth of an interdisciplinary, translational gerontology research program of excellence. Depending on the applicant’s interests, background and medical training, there also is opportunity to provide leadership in the Department of Medicine’s Division of Gerontology and Clinical Geriatrics as a sister division, and the Center for Research on Aging, an umbrella organization for all aging-related research in the School of Medicine.
The director will be expected to bring national vision and leadership to the Division of Gerontology, and mobilize and coordinate scientists whose interdisciplinary research benefits older people and attracts funding to build the division. The successful candidate for the position will be a national leader with a PhD and/or MD and significant experience conducting and fostering interdisciplinary research, a record of extramural research funding, and demonstrated leadership capabilities.
To learn more or apply to the position, visit this link.
University of Colorado | Anschutz Medical Campus - Denver, CO
The Department of Health Systems, Management and Policy at the University of Colorado School of Public Health invites applications for one or more tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor. We seek candidates with deep expertise in health policy, health economics, and/or health services research who will advance scientific knowledge about strategies for improving health system performance, eliminating health inequities, and constraining healthcare costs. Expertise in economic evaluation methods including cost-effectiveness analysis is desired for at least one of the faculty positions. Other relevant areas of expertise include value-based care models, healthcare data science, health system organization and delivery science, Medicaid and Medicare policy innovations, and tobacco/cannabis policy research.
The successful candidate(s) will conduct rigorous, externally funded research that contributes to the department’s mission of health systems improvement, and will teach, advise, and mentor students in one or more of the department's graduate degree programs. Applicants should have an existing record of peer-reviewed research publications related to health systems and/or health policy, along with evidence of success or ability in obtaining extramural research funding. Applicants also should have strong potential for success in graduate-level teaching and student advising.
For information on how to apply, visit the website: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=17489&source=JB-10062 .
Temple University - Philadelphia, PA
The Department of Clinical Sciences at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine (LKSOM), Temple University invites applications for a faculty position as Clinical Scholar in Health Informatics at the level of Associate Professor or Full Professor rank (non-tenure track). Seeking exceptional candidates with high quality informatics expertise and specific experience in leveraging electronic health data for translational research purposes. As Assistant Dean for Clinical Informatics in LKSOM, the incumbent will be responsible for executing a strategic plan for the informatics program and serve as the lead informatician for major clinical research projects. Successful candidates will provide institutional and national leadership in the field of health informatics through educational programs, peer-reviewed publications, and externally-funded research. All candidates must have a MD and additional training in information science. To view the full position description and submit application materials, visit the LKSOM website.
Geisinger Health System - Danville, PA
Geisinger Health System seeks an outstanding behavioral scientist to serve as Staff Scientist for its newly-launched Applied Behavioral Insights (ABI) team. The ABI team was created to apply behavioral science methods to the design, implementation, and evaluation of “nudges”—lightweight behavioral interventions intended to improve outcomes and experiences for patients, providers, employees, and other stakeholders of Geisinger Health System. Geisinger is one of the country’s largest integrated health systems, serving more than 3 million residents in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. As a learning healthcare system, Geisinger incorporates research into all aspects of medicine and healthcare delivery, aided by unparalleled access to electronic health records, insurance data, and other information.
The ideal candidate will have experience both in conducting original behavioral science research and in implementing research results within organizations. A PhD in psychology, economics, decision sciences, marketing, management, or another relevant scholarly discipline is required, as are track records of publishing original empirical research, collaborating with others, and applying for research funding. Learn more and apply here.
