Post Doctoral Research Fellow, Health Equity ...
Kaiser Permanente - Pasadena, CA
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NOTE: Although this position is mostly remote, it will require residence in California The Department of Research & Evaluation (R&E) at Kaiser Permanente Southern California (KPSC) seeks to expand our health equity and implementation research portfolio to improve the health and well-being of our diverse community. The primary objective of this overall research program is to build sustainable partnerships with KPSC health system leaders, front line clinicians, patients and families, R&E scientists, and other national, state and community collaborators to develop, implement and rigorously evaluate scalable programs, practices, and innovations to eliminate persistent health disparities in the diverse communities of Southern California. Priority health equity focus areas include cardio-metabolic diseases, medication adherence, vaccinations, cancer care, maternal health, mental health, obesity management, and digital access. Job Summary: Incumbent serves as a researcher on projects based in the Department of Research and Evaluation (R&E). Works under the supervision of a R&E Research Scientist. Essential Responsibilities: Designs, develops, and directs well-defined research with supervision from a R&E Research Scientist. Prepares grant proposals and publications independently and collaboratively. Provides consultation and direction to programmer/analysts with regard to data management and analysis strategies. May perform subject assessments or chart reviews or provide direction to research support staff performing these tasks. Submits abstracts to and presents papers at national scientific meetings. Seeks consultation from research scientists for specific scientific and administrative issues. Participates in R&E department meetings and projects as appropriate. Basic Qualifications: Experience N/A Education Current, or anticipated in the next year, a doctoral degree (Ph.D, Dr.PH, MD, Sc.D) in epidemiology, health services research, economics or related field or similar degree designation, OR a clinical doctoral degree plus a masters degree with formal research training. Note: Start of employment contingent upon verification of Doctoral degree and/or official transcript. License, Certification, Registration N/A Additional Requirements: Competent in advanced research methods, including statistical techniques and study design commonly used in epidemiologic, behavioral, health services research, economics or related fields. One year, renewable (funding and performance dependent) training position. Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: Independent research and peer-reviewed publications in areas central to the issues of health equity and social justice. Knowledge of health equity theories and frameworks. Ability to communicate in Spanish fluently. Track record of publication in the peer-reviewed literature and grant-writing experience. KPSC is a leading integrated health care system that provides comprehensive care for approximately 4.8 million members in Southern California, of whom 42% identify as Hispanic, 11% Asian, and 7% Black. The health care provided to members is tracked through a system-wide electronic health record (EHR), which includes membership, utilization, vital signs, laboratory, and pharmacy records. R&E has access to unparalleled data resources, including data warehouses that combines curated EHR data for both inpatient and outpatient visits with additional data from external registries and outside claims. By joining the KPSC research team, you will work with other researchers in a collegial setting that fosters public domain research, independent thinking, and adherence to the highest scientific standards. R&E investigators are primarily supported by grant and contract funding from federal and other external sources, especially the National Institutes of Health. A description of the Department of Research & Evaluation is available on the web ( ). It is home to over 40 research scientists, post-doctoral fellows, and clinician investigators and over 400 support staff. The department is located in Pasadena, a community of 140,000 residents 15 minutes north of downtown Los Angeles. Information about the community can be found at . Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter online at Principals only. COMPANY: KAISER TITLE: Post Doctoral Research Fellow, Health Equity Implementation LOCATION: Pasadena, California REQNUMBER: 1309692 External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Created: 2024-09-20