Epidemiologist / Data Scientist / Population Health Scientist (Open Rank)
Morehouse School of Medicine · Atlanta, GA, US
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About the role
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.
About the Role
Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) seeks a highly analytical and collaborative Epidemiologist / Population Health Data Scientist to join the Department of Pediatrics in support of the Solve Sickle Cell Initiative. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to population health and outcomes research, design and analyze epidemiologic studies, and support the integration of basic science discoveries into clinical care across hospital and community settings. Findings from community implementation and health services research will, in turn, inform future translational and basic science questions, reinforcing a bidirectional research model.
Program Description
Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Children’s), and Emory University School of Medicine (Emory) are partnering in a $16M expansion of their Sickle Cell Disease Program called the Georgia Solve Sickle Cell Disease Initiative (Solve Sickle). The Initiative is supported by the Georgia Research Alliance, and investments from MSM, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, and Emory University. This initiative will focus on the development, testing, and implementation of new therapies in sickle cell disease and includes the addition of three faculty members at Emory and MSM. The Department of Pediatics at MSM invites qualified applicants to apply for the keystone position of this initiative as Data Scientist/Epidemiologist.
- “This position may be funded by extramural grant funding and continuation is contingent upon the availability of these external funds.”
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Data Science, Public Health, Computer Science, Health Informatics, or a related population science discipline; from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Familiarity with public health systems, health policy, and/or healthcare delivery systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong quantitative, analytical, statistical, and scientific writing skills.
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS, R, or equivalent tools)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated experience in population health research, clinical trials, and/or health outcomes research.
- Demonstrated record of research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications and successful collaborative research initiatives.
- Demonstrated history of external research funding, where relevant.
- Experience working in collaborative, multi-institutional research environments.
- Experience in sickle cell disease research, health informatics, population health, clinical trials, or related fields.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.
Quick Link
https://careers.msm.edu/postings/24419
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
Job Duties
Description of Job Duty
Roles and Responsibilities
- Provide leadership for the Innovate Care and Data Science Research Theme of the Solve Sickle Cell Initiative.
- Design and conduct population-based, epidemiologic, and health services research addressing sickle cell disease outcomes, symptomatology, self-management, care delivery, and survivorship.
- Participate in and help lead clinical trials, including pragmatic and implementation science studies focused on behavioral interventions, care delivery models, and health outcomes.
- Apply advanced statistical and epidemiologic methods to analyze clinical, claims, registry, and EHR data to evaluate patterns of care, quality, and disparities.
- Develop and evaluate interventions to improve screening, care coordination, and long-term outcomes.
- Lead and contribute to competitive extramural grant applications (e.g., R01, U01, or equivalent) as PI, Co-Investigator, or site lead.
- Demonstrate a strong track record of securing extramural research funding (note: language intentionally excludes “independent funding”).
- Publish high-quality, peer-reviewed manuscripts and present findings at national and international scientific meetings.
- Collaborate effectively across Morehouse School of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, and other Solve Sickle partners.
- Engage with statewide, national, and global research networks.
- Prepare scientific reports and communicate findings to academic, clinical, and community stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development of evidence-informed public health and care delivery strategies.
- Mentor research staff, trainees, and students in population health sciences, epidemiology, outcomes research, and clinical trial methodology.
- Ensure compliance with policies, federal regulations, and sponsor requirements across all research activities for Morehouse School of Medicine and its institutional partners.
Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization
Immunization Requirements
It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a terminal degree such as an Ed.D., or Ph.D. from a regionally accredited college or university?
- No
- Yes
- * Please describe your training and experience relevant to public health, health care, and/or health policy. Do not enter "see resume".
(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe your experience in health policy and/or health disparities research?
(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe your related experience and provide with length of experience.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
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