Clinical Research Scientist I

4 days ago

Memphis, Tennessee, United States St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Full time $86,320 - $154,960 per year
The Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, is seeking applicants for a full-time Clinical Research Scientist position. This position collaborates with faculty, pharmacists, improvement experts, trainees, and other stakeholders on grant-funded and institutional research projects aimed at improving the quality and safety of medication use. Under the supervision of the lead faculty member, the Clinical Research Scientist I will engage in a variety of activities, such as conducting literature reviews, drafting study protocols, collecting and analyzing data, preparing manuscripts, and developing grants, with an emphasis on improvement and implementation science.

The ideal candidate will have experience in epidemiology, health services research, medical informatics, or related fields, along with a demonstrated track record in scientific productivity, collaboration, and leadership. Strong analytical, communication, and mentorship skills, as well as the ability to work effectively across a range of teams, are required. Expertise in improvement science methods, implementation science frameworks, and complex healthcare system evaluation is preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of improvement and implementation science projects activities.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify, prioritize, and address system level challenges using evidence-based frameworks and improvement methods.
  • Develop, adapt, and refine project protocols, data collection tools, and analytic tools for health care environments.
  • Oversee execution of multiple concurrent projects/studies.
  • Oversee/coordinate engagement with study participants and related outcomes (e.g., interviewer scripts, informed consent, data entry, procurement of medical record/specimens).
  • Coordinate communication with principal investigators across multiple sites to anticipate, clarify, and address needs for efficient conduct of research.
  • Present/publish results, insights, and outcomes both internally and externally to multi-disciplinary audiences.
  • Provide ongoing instruction and guidance to staff and train as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
  • Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Education and/or Training:

  • MD or PhD in relevant scientific field required (Epidemiology, Health Services Research, Health Economics, Medical Informatics, or a related field preferred)

Minimum Experience:

  • Minimum Requirement: 2+ prior relevant and productive research experience in clinical/population-based outcomes and health services research.
  • Experience in study design methodology, protocol development, study conduct, and data analysis.
  • Experience working in a project-oriented matrixed team environment preferred.
  • Proven performance in earlier role.

Compensation

In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $86,320 - $154,960 per year for the role of Clinical Research Scientist I - Improvement and Implementation Science.

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