Health Services Researcher - Surgery

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

CC001066 COM SURG Administration CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

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.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) 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 the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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