Temporary Research Specialist level 4-Epidemiology

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q); Doha; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical research institution in Qatar is seeking a Temporary Research Specialist Level 4 in Epidemiology to assist with study design, data collection, and statistical analysis. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least five years of relevant experience. Proficiency in statistical software and a strong record of scientific research are essential. This full-time position offers opportunities for research planning and publication, contributing to significant epidemiological studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is essential.
• Five or more years of work experience or MSc/MPH in epidemiology and/or biostatistics.
• Experience with statistical software packages required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with epidemiologic study design.
• Conduct statistical analyses using software.
• Prepare drafts of research plans for grant applications.
• Contribute to publish research findings in journals.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Epidemiology

Research planning

Data management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

MSc/MPH in epidemiology and/or biostatistics

Tools

SPSS

Stata

SAS

R

Job description

Position Summary

Job: Temporary Research Specialist Level 4 - Epidemiology
Work Location: Qatar
Organization: WCM-Q, Research Division
Work Days: Sunday-Thursday
Sponsorship Eligibility: No
Classification: Full Time
Posting End Date: 11/15/2025

Working with little supervision from the Principal Investigator (PI), the specialist assists with study design, collection and statistical analysis of data, and interpretation and dissemination of results on various epidemiologic studies and analyses. May assist in or oversee tasks performed by less senior lab staff and contributes to research planning, policy, and development activities procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists with epidemiologic study design.
• Assists with study instruments and protocols.
• Performs sample size calculations and power analyses.
• Conducts systematic literature reviews and meta-analyses.
• Performs a variety of statistical analyses and manipulates, computes, and analyzes data using statistical computer software.
• Develops new analytical methods and testing procedures.
• Prepares and maintains detailed records, logs, and summary reports of all data and statistical analysis charting.
• Prepares drafts of research plans for grant applications.
• Contributes to publishing research findings in scientific journals and supports presentations at medical/scientific meetings.
• Performs other job related duties as needed in relation to the conduct of epidemiological research.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Five or more years prior work experience or MSc/MPH in epidemiology and/or biostatistics with experience in conducting epidemiological and biostatistical research.
• Experience with some of the statistical packages and relevant software, such as SPSS, Stata, SAS, S-PLUS, or R.
• Working knowledge of epidemiology of communicable and non-communicable diseases desirable.
• Established record of scientific research and scientific publications in peer‑reviewed journals preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previously exhibited individual initiative.
• Previously demonstrated advanced proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Previously demonstrated advanced ability to communicate in both scientific written reports and professional presentations.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Work is largely computer based. May require extended and varying work hours to meet demands.

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minorities/Females/Disabled employer.