Postdoctoral Research Fellow

point32health; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Point32Health, based in Boston, MA, seeks a doctoral-level researcher to design studies using real-world data and manage multi-institution projects within the Department of Population Medicine. You will coordinate faculty and staff, oversee data collection, and develop analytic plans to support national public health initiatives.

The role emphasizes collaboration, innovative thinking, and delivering impactful research outputs for healthcare delivery and population health improvement.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field (MD/PhD/PharmD).
• Introductory knowledge of scientific research methods and biostatistics.
• Ability to learn techniques for analyzing complex data.
• Sound knowledge of computer systems, including word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Resilient, collaborative, flexible, innovative.

Responsibilities

• Design research study and protocols with timelines and collaborations.
• Prepare proposal for research funding and human studies submission.
• Provide day-to-day management for research projects, data collection, and database development.
• Prepare manuscripts detailing findings and submit to peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborate across teams and think creatively to advance research goals.

Skills

Research methods

Biostatistics

Data analysis

Collaboration

Computer literacy

Survey planning

Education

Doctoral degree

Tools

Word processing

Excel

Job description

Who We Are

Point32Health is a leading not-for-profit health and well-being organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable healthcare. Serving nearly 2 million members, Point32Health builds on the legacy of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan to provide access to care and empower healthier lives for everyone. Our culture revolves around being a community of care and having shared values that guide our behaviors and decisions. We've had a long-standing commitment to inclusion and equal healthcare access and outcomes, regardless of background; it's at the core of who we are. We value the rich mix of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all of our colleagues, which helps us to provide service with empathy and better understand and meet the needs of the communities where we serve, live, and work.

Job Summary

The Division of HPI in the Department of Population Medicine (DPM) at Harvard Medical School and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute is the home of several large, complex, multi-institutional research initiatives using real-world data (RWD) and distributed analytic approaches to support major national public health activities in collaboration with federal and industry funders. Its mission is to improve health care delivery and population health through research and education, in partnership with health plans, delivery systems, and public health agencies.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES - what you will be doing:

• Design research study and protocols, including creating detailed timelines, meeting with faculty and staff collaborators, planning for technical and data support, and creating survey instruments.
• Prepare proposal for obtaining research funding & Sponsored Program Application including compiling documentary material for human studies review.
• Provide day-to-day management for research projects, including overseeing the activities of research assistants, data collection, developing plans, conducting data analysis. Manage database design and development.
• Prepare manuscripts detailing research findings and submit findings to peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Perform out-of-the-box thinking, collaborate with others, and make a difference every day!
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS - what you need to perform the job:

• Doctoral degree, such as an MD, PharmD, or PhD.
• Introductory knowledge of scientific research methods and biostatistics.
• Ability to learn techniques for analyzing complex data.
• Sound knowledge of computer systems, including word processing and spreadsheet software
• Resilient, collaborative, flexible, innovative.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

Must be able to work under normal office conditions and work from home as required.Work may require simultaneous use of a telephone/headset and PC/keyboard and sitting for extended durations.May be required to work additional hours beyond standard work schedule.

Salary Range

$60,629.42 -$90,944.12

Compensation & Total Rewards Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position represents a range of salaries for this role and similar roles across the organization. The actual salary for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope and complexity of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; as well as internal equity. As part of our comprehensive total rewards program, colleagues are also eligible for variable pay. Eligibility for any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits remains in the Company’s sole discretion and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Point32Health offers their Colleagues a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which currently includes:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans
• Pai