Implementation Science Specialist — Cancer Research

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a full-time Implementation Science Specialist in the Department of Public Health Sciences to support cancer-related dissemination and implementation research at the Hollings Cancer Center.

You will collaborate with investigators, clinicians, healthcare administrators, and community partners to apply implementation science frameworks and mixed methods to research studies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in implementation science or related field is required.
• Experience in research, including data collection and reporting.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, data collection, data entry and data management activities for implementation science research studies. (35%)
• Collaborate with members of the Implementation Science Initiative and cancer research teams in developing and implementing protocols and strategies for building capacity in implementation and dissemination research. Provides comprehensive guidance and direction to collaborators regarding Implementation Science Initiative activities. (20%)
• Assist with development of implementation science toolkits, website practice guides, educational materials and other tools. (15%)
• Support reporting requirements associated with the Implementation Science Initiative by developing and coordinating assessment of metrics with research teams and maintaining a detailed record of communication with partners. (10%)
• Perform literature reviews and assist with grant-writing and manuscript development tasks. (10%)
• Supervise implementation science study team members. (10%)

Skills

Research design

Mixed methods

Implementation science

Data management

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in implementation science

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a full-time Implementation Science Specialist in the Department of Public Health Sciences to support cancer-related dissemination and implementation research at the Hollings Cancer Center.

You will collaborate with investigators, clinicians, healthcare administrators, and community partners to apply implementation science frameworks and mixed methods to research studies.