[Hiring] Senior Research Associate, Evidence Synthesis @American Chemical Society

Role Description

The Senior Research Associate, Evidence Synthesis works as part of the Center for Early Cancer Detection Science (CECDS) Cancer-related Evidence Synthesis Team (CrEST) to lead systematic evidence reviews used to inform ACS guidelines for the early detection of cancer.

• Serve as a working principal investigator (PI) or co-PI to develop and refine evidence needs with CrEST leadership and the CECDS guidelines team.
• Design, lead, and conduct all aspects of a range of evidence synthesis products.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior research staff.
• Coordinate and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ensure adherence to deadlines and communicate with relevant internal and external subject matter experts and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health, health policy/services, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with and leading teams conducting systematic evidence reviews, health technology assessments, or rapid reviews.
• Research methods employed in epidemiology and/or clinical research, including study design and basic biostatistics.
• Prefer advanced or specialized knowledge in at least one of the following areas: medicine or clinical practice, epidemiology, biostatistics, meta-analysis, genetics, biomarkers, data visualization, and/or artificial intelligence.

Requirements

• Ability to translate complex findings into digestible and actionable written research products.
• Outstanding organization and prioritization skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively to scientific/technical audiences and non-clinical policymakers.
• Excellent writing, grammatical, and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency in evidence synthesis, including conducting systematic reviews or health technology assessments.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Proficiency in citation management software (e.g., EndNote).

Benefits

• Generous paid time off policy.
• Medical and dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Wellness programs.
• Professional development programs to enhance staff skills.

Company Description

The American Cancer Society is working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities.