Implementation Scientist SME III

Knowesis Inc.; Silver Spring (MD); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

STD & LTD

Life Insurance

401k Company Match

Voluntary Products

Job summary

Knowesis Inc. is seeking an SME III – Implementation Scientist to apply established scientific frameworks to 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 candidate will conduct multi-site pilot studies, maintain outreach to participating sites, develop implementation tools, analyze data, and prepare guidance to support broader implementation, with hybrid

Qualifications

• Doctorate in health-related/behavioral science or related field.
• Minimum 8 years postdoctoral experience in implementation science or quality improvement research.
• Experience with implementation science frameworks and large hospital networks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply implementation science expertise to multi-site pilot studies for feasibility of new practices.
• Conduct ongoing outreach to pilot sites to monitor progress and adjust strategies for uptake and fidelity.
• Develop pilot-specific knowledge translation and implementation support tools.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative pilot data to compare strategies.
• Prepare summative reports and implementation guides to enable expansion.

Skills

Implementation science

Quality improvement

Pilot study coordination

Education

Doctorate degree in health-related/behavioral science

Tools

RE-AIM framework

CFIR framework

Job description

Brief Description

Brief Description

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.

Benefits

• 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.