Population Health – PhD Fellowship Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Population Health – PhD Fellowship Population Health – PhD Fellowship
locations
Philadelphia, PA
time type
Part time
posted on
Posted 3 Days Ago
job requisition id

REQ-0012312

Job Details
Aids in development, management and evaluation of projects in outcomes research and health services research. Focus of research will be on population health, HRSN, and health disparities.
Job Description
Essential Functions
Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
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Contribute to the development of grant proposals and potential projects
Conduct literature reviews and summarize findings in writing
Participate in the planning and implementation of research projects, including measurement selection and development and project timetable development, implementation and monitoring
Manage assigned project activities to meet objectives and goals
Contribute to the writing of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
Design databases for data collection
Analyze and interpret data using SAS and/or SPSS and/or STATA
Interview patients and conduct focus groups in accordance with research protocols
Coordinate data collection
Coordinate data entry and management activities and perform data coding and entry
Disseminate project results through poster or podium presentations
Serve as a liaison to internal and external clients
Communicate effectively with team members to create a successful working relationship
Participate in education activities offered by the College, including organizing discussions for research meetings
Other duties, as assigned
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required):
Analytical skills essential to recognize and objectively evaluate the steps needed to complete project tasks, identify and apply statistical tests needed to analyze data for project results, generate ideas for potential projects and effectively solve problems; must possess expertise in grant writing, statistical analysis and data interpretation.
Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary for publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting projects at national conferences; must work effectively in team settings; must effectively generate ideas, initiate project tasks and present topics in a professional setting.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education:

Includes High School Diploma or GED, Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree (Specify field). Also includes Schools like Medical Assistant, etc. NO listings like Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience. Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Primary Location Address
1015 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow’s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. Benefits
At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally. Why work here?
In keeping with Jefferson’s Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly-qualified employees. If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to service excellence, we invite you to consider joining Jefferson. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education.