Implementation Scientist SME III

Kids for the Future; Silver Spring (MD); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (PPO & HDHP)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k Company Match

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Knowesis is seeking an SME III – Implementation Scientist to apply established scientific frameworks and lead multi-site pilot studies integrating evidence-based practices into clinical settings. This full-time, hybrid role requires a Doctorate and 8+ years in implementation science or quality improvement research.

Telework eligible with required clearances and a salary range of $125,000–$156,000. Responsibilities include developing knowledge translation tools, monitoring uptake, and producing

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree required in health-related or behavioral science.
• Minimum 8 years postdoctoral experience in implementation science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-site pilot studies to assess feasibility of implementing evidence-based practices.
• Coordinate ongoing site outreach to monitor progress and adjust strategies.
• Develop pilot-specific knowledge translation and implementation support tools.
• Analyze pilot data to determine effectiveness of implementation strategies.
• Produce reports and implementation guides to inform scaled deployment.

Skills

Implementation science

Quality improvement research

Pilot study design

Stakeholder outreach

Education

Doctorate degree in health-related or behavioral science

Job description

• Location Various,Silver Spring, MD, 20815,United States
• Job Category Scientific & Medical Research
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree Doctorate

Position: Implementation Scientist SME III

Location: Psychological Health Center of Excellence (PHCoE)

Work Environment: Hybrid / Telework Eligible (Routine and situational telework is authorized. Facility space restrictions may necessitate part-time or full-time telework.)

Clearance Required: TIER 2: Non-critical sensitive position (Must be able to obtain and maintain)

Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $125,000 - $156,000

Knowesis is seeking an SME III – Implementation Scientist applies established scientific frameworks to successfully integrate evidence-based practices into clinical settings. This role involves designing and monitoring pilot studies to determine the feasibility of widespread adoption within the MHS.

The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Apply implementation science subject matter expertise to conduct multi-site pilot studies assessing the feasibility of implementing novel evidence-based practices.
• Conduct recurring outreach to participating pilot sites to monitor progress and facilitate modification of strategies to promote uptake and fidelity.
• Develop pilot-specific knowledge translation and implementation support tools.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative pilot data to assess the comparative effectiveness of implementation strategies.
• Prepare summative reports and implementation guides informed by study findings to guide expanded implementation.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree in a health-related or behavioral science field.
• At least 8 years of postdoctoral experience directly related to implementation science or quality improvement research.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience utilizing formal implementation science frameworks (e.g., RE-AIM, CFIR).
• Experience leading clinical practice change initiatives in large hospital networks.
• Health (PPO & HDHP) Insurance, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, Basic Life Insurance, 401k Company Match, & Voluntary Products.

Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.