Senior Research Scientist

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• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
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JOB PURPOSE:

The Division of Urogynecology, the Department of Obstetrics and

Gynecology at Howard University College of Medicine is seeking a passionate and highly organized Research Associate with strong expertise in research coordination, community engagement, qualitative research, and/or implementation science. This individual will play a critical role in advancing research initiatives that address pelvic floor disorders, health disparities, and women’s health outcomes among underserved populations in the DMV area.

The ideal candidate is committed to Women’s Health, capable of managing research operations, and skilled at building trust and sustained engagement with community stakeholders. This position reports to the Division Chief of Urogynecology.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:

Responsible for orienting and training others, and assigning and

reviewing their work. May also be responsible for acting in a lead or senior capacity over other positions performing essentially the same work or related technical tasks and reporting to a higher level on a formal basis.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

To coordinate and execute studies, to establish internal and external

contact with Division/Department staff, researchers, trainees, and outside   vendors for the purpose of gathering and exchanging information.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of clinical, translational, and community-based research studies.
• Prepare and submit Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols, amendments, and continuing reviews.
• Oversee recruitment, enrollment, informed consent, and data collection procedures.
• Maintain high standards of research integrity, regulatory compliance, and participant confidentiality.
• Collaborate with investigators on data analysis, manuscript development, and conference abstracts.
• Utilize REDCap, Qualtrics, and other platforms to manage and monitor data
• Support the development and application of implementation of science frameworks to improve uptake of evidence-based interventions.
• Assist in identifying barriers and facilitators to care among patients with pelvic floor disorders.
• Contribute to the adaptation and scaling of culturally responsive interventions in clinical and community settings.
• Participate in grant writing focused on implementation research and practice-based outcomes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with community-based organizations, patient advocates, and advisory boards.
• Coordinate outreach activities including focus groups, education sessions, and community events.
• Adapt research findings into lay-friendly materials for public dissemination
• Serve as a liaison between the research team, clinical partners, and the community.
• Lead the co-creation of engagement strategies that promote trust and improve participation among historically underserved populations.
• Assist with budget tracking, invoicing, and purchasing related to study activities
• Support the coordination of research meetings, documentation, and logistics.
• Help maintain progress reports and deliverables for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct workshops that will benefit staff working with certain targeted populations and make public presentations regarding the research projects.
• Conduct extensive literature reviews needed to successfully complete a
• major project.
• Participate actively in report writing and preparation of manuscripts for scholarly journals as well as those for more general audiences.

CORE COMPETENCIES:    

• Skills in Office Microsoft.
• Experience working in academic medical centers or with clinical research teams.
• Experience in study coordination and clinical recruitment.
• Familiarity with pelvic floor disorders, urogynecology, or health services clinical translation research, qualitative research, and implementation science.
• Track record of contributing to peer-reviewed publications and/or funded research.
• Commitment to advancing health equity, particularly among Black women and other underserved populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, students and external entities.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work with others.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree with at least two years of experience or Ph.D. or MD in scientific and/or research discipline related to the research project. One year experience in relevant advanced and comprehensive research.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

$100,000-$110,000