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Job Description Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Health Services Researcher to join our dynamic and growing team within the MUSC Department of Surgery.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty
Cost Center
CC COM SURG Administration CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Job Description
Associate Professor or Professor - Health Services Researcher and Director of Surgical Outcomes Research and Innovation Nucleus (SORIN), MUSC Department of Surgery
We are seeking a highly motivated Health Services Researcher to join our dynamic and growing team within the MUSC Department of Surgery. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of extramural funding, play a pivotal role working with PhD investigators and surgeon scientists to advance evidence-based practices, and improve healthcare delivery through the application of health services and outcomes analytic principles. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and lead or co-lead innovative research and clinical initiatives.
Identify funding opportunities and secure grants from federal agencies, foundations, and industry sponsors to support healthcare science research in surgery
Develop and co-develop proposals, protocols, and grant applications focused on patient outcomes, quality initiatives, and health services implementation
Mentor students, residents, and junior faculty in research methodology, grant writing, and scholarly activities related to health services practices
Disseminate findings via abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations
Develop and deliver curriculum in health services research for surgical trainees, residents, and fellows
Provide consultation to surgeons and healthcare providers on strategies for sustainability of healthcare innovations
Establish collaborations with other departments, institutions, and industry partners to promote interdisciplinary research and clinical initiatives
Participate in departmental and institutional committees focused on quality improvement and patient outcomes
Contribute to the academic reputation and strategic goals of the department and institution
Required Experience and Skills
Doctoral degree (Ph.D., or equivalent) in implementation science, health services research, public health, or a related field with track record of achieving federal funding
Knowledge and experience using health services research methodologies (quantitative and qualitative) applicable to healthcare
Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and across organizational boundaries
Flexibility to thrive in a dynamic academic environment with competing priorities and deadlines
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent)
Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent)
Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent)
Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent)
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on
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Worksite address
charleston, SC, 29408, US
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