Health System Research Associate
Description
ABOUT THE POSITION
The JPS Center for Epidemiology & Healthcare Delivery Research (CEHDR) invites applications for a Health System Research Associate position. CEHDR is a multidisciplinary research group embedded within a safety-net health system that aims to enhance care delivery, advance health equity, and improve population health. Our research is intended to directly benefit patients in our health system and beyond.
This position will support researchers, healthcare providers, and operational teams to conduct epidemiologic and health services research in our Care Delivery Lab and Pharmacoepidemiology Lab. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise or interest in evaluating healthcare interventions, implementation science, predictive analytics, drug utilization, drug effectiveness and safety, or medication adherence. Key responsibilities include:
• Performing systematic reviews of the literature, synthesizing evidence, and maintaining reference management databases.
• Drafting proposals, protocols, abstracts, posters, and manuscripts.
• Collecting data through chart reviews, interviews, or other methods.
• Monitoring progress, providing updates, coordinating project team, and resolving barriers throughout life cycle of multiple simultaneous projects.
• Enhancing research, project management, and interpersonal skills through continuing education.
ABOUT THE INSTITUTION
JPS Health Network is an urban, public healthcare system in Fort Worth, TX that has supported healthier lives for more than a century and was recognized as the #1 hospital in America by Washington Monthly in 2020. The network comprises a 583-bed teaching hospital and more than 40 community health centers. The network promotes a culturally rich and patient-focused environment by hiring a diverse group of talented, compassionate team members with a heart for public service. The Dallas-Fort Worth area has a low cost of living; vibrant arts, music, and culture; diverse recreational activities; and is consistently ranked one of the Best Places to Live by US News & World Report.
HOW TO APPLY
Graduate training (MPH, MS) in epidemiology, health services research, or related field is required. Strong interpersonal and project management skills are highly valued. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. The start date is negotiable. Please submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae through our online application system: https://bit.ly/cehdr_hsra.
Location: Fort Worth,
Job Type: Full-time
Contact
Contact: Rohit P. Ojha, DrPH, FACE
Phone:
Email: jpscehdr@jpshealth.org
Website: https://jpshealthnet.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/23182?c=jpshealthnet