Clinical Research Scientist

We are seeking a Social Epidemiologist to join our interdisciplinary research team. The successful candidate will contribute to studies examining the social and environmental determinants of health, with a focus on understanding how multilevel social and environmental determinates, such as socioeconomic status, neighborhood vulnerability, and social support networks, influence the health outcomes of childhood cancer survivors across the cancer continuum (i.e., from diagnosis to survivorship). Responsibilities include collaborating with senior faculty to design and conduct epidemiological studies, analyzing large datasets using advanced methods, assisting with proposal writing, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting findings at national or international conferences. The Social Epidemiologist will also work with public health experts, oncologists, primary care physicians, cancer survivors, families, and policymakers to develop evidence-based strategies for reducing health disparities. Strong communication skills are essential for translating research into actionable recommendations. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or equivalent experience in epidemiology, public health, health services research/policy, or a related field, with expertise in social epidemiology, health disparities, and statistical analysis. Experience with grant writing and external funding is a plus.

Job Responsibilities:

• Investigating the social and environmental determinants of health, with a focus on understanding how multilevel social and environmental determinates, such as socioeconomic status, neighborhood vulnerability, and social support networks, influence the health outcomes of childhood cancer survivors across the cancer continuum (i.e., from diagnosis to survivorship)

• Translating research into actionable recommendations.

• Engage in project meetings and research activities

• Collaborating with senior faculty members to design and conduct epidemiological studies, analyzing large datasets using advanced methods, assisting with proposal writing, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting findings at national or international conferences.

• Working with public health experts, oncologists, primary care physicians, cancer survivors, families, and policymakers to develop evidence-based strategies for reducing health disparities

• Assisting the Chair of the Health Equity Working Group (I-Chan Huang, PhD) in coordinating concept and grant proposals and bi-weekly meetings

• Scientific productivity

• Manuscript writing (as a lead or co-author)

• Conference presentation (as a lead or co-author)

• Assist PI with grant preparation

   

Minimum Education and/or Training:

• MD or PhD in relevant scientific field required.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum Requirement: 2+ prior relevant and productive research experience in clinical/population-based outcomes and health behavior research.

• Experience in study design methodology, protocol development, study conduct, and analysis.

• Experience working in a project-oriented matrixed team environment preferred.

• Proven performance in earlier role.

• At least two (2) years of experience after completing a doctoral degree in an academic research lab or equivalent research position.

• At least three (3) peer-reviewed publications as the first author or a corresponding author in social epidemiology, health disparity, and/or health services research journals.

• Experience in study design, data analysis, and statistical modeling.

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Able to draw insights from different sets of data and quickly understand why issues are happening.

• Solves problems quickly by identifying the right causes.

• Encourages others to see the opportunities ahead with changing circumstances even when the details have not been finalized.

• Leads team meetings on a need basis and effectively communicates with cross-functional teams for results.

• Understands and uses digital tools of communication as needed.

• Speaks up in meetings, raises concerns, and shares information with team.

• Remains calm in challenging and uncertain times by maintaining a focus on the end goals and solving problems.

• Defuses any unforeseen developments and problems with ease. Maintains focus on goals.

• Drives engagement and ownership for group to deliver ambitious results and solutions.

• Applies scientific principles and concepts in the development and/or review of clinical study protocols.

• Proposes/utilizes appropriate technologies and approaches for the successful conduct of clinical studies in line with research objectives and compliance requirements.

• Identifies endpoints (primary & secondary) to measure outcomes and provides ongoing technical guidance.

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.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has a diverse, global patient population and workforce, built on the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our founder Danny Thomas envisioned a hospital that would treat children of the world—regardless of race, religion or a family’s ability to pay. Learn more about our history and commitment.

Today, we continue the mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. As we accelerate this progress globally, we believe our legacy of diversity, equity and inclusion is foundational to success. With the commitment of leaders at all levels of the organization, we strive to ensure the St. Jude culture, leadership approaches and talent processes are equitable and culturally responsive. View our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report to learn about the hospital’s roots in diversity, equity and inclusion, where we are today and our aspirations for an even better future.

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