UNIV - Open Rank Research Faculty - Surgery

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health in Charleston is hiring a Health Services Researcher to join the Department of Surgery. The successful candidate will engage in research aimed at advancing evidence-based practices, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

The position includes responsibilities such as securing funding, mentoring, and developing research curriculum. Ideal candidates will hold a doctoral degree and have experience in health services research methodologies.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., or equivalent) with track record of achieving federal funding.
• Experience using health services research methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify funding opportunities for healthcare science research.
• Mentor students, residents, and junior faculty.
• Develop curriculum in health services research for surgical trainees.

Skills

Health services research methodologies

Grant writing

Collaborative teamwork

Flexible in dynamic environments

Education

Doctoral degree in implementation science or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Health Services Researcher to join our dynamic and growing team within the MUSC Department of Surgery.

Associate Professor or Professor – Health Services Researcher and Director of Surgical Outcomes Research and Innovation Nucleus (SORIN), MUSC Department of Surgery

We are seeking a highly motivated Health Services Researcher to join our dynamic and growing team within the MUSC Department of Surgery. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of extramural funding, play a pivotal role working with PhD investigators and surgeon scientists to advance evidence-based practices, and improve healthcare delivery through the application of health services and outcomes analytic principles. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and lead or co‑lead innovative research and clinical initiatives.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Identify funding opportunities and secure grants from federal agencies, foundations, and industry sponsors to support healthcare science research in surgery
• Develop and co‑develop proposals, protocols, and grant applications focused on patient outcomes, quality initiatives, and health services implementation
• Mentor students, residents, and junior faculty in research methodology, grant writing, and scholarly activities related to health services practices
• Disseminate findings via abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations
• Develop and deliver curriculum in health services research for surgical trainees, residents, and fellows
• Provide consultation to surgeons and healthcare providers on strategies for sustainability of healthcare innovations
• Establish collaborations with other departments, institutions, and industry partners to promote interdisciplinary research and clinical initiatives
• Participate in departmental and institutional committees focused on quality improvement and patient outcomes
• Contribute to the academic reputation and strategic goals of the department and institution

Required Experience And Skills

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., or equivalent) in implementation science, health services research, public health, or a related field with track record of achieving federal funding
• Knowledge and experience using health services research methodologies (quantitative and qualitative) applicable to healthcare
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and across organizational boundaries
• Flexibility to thrive in a dynamic academic environment with competing priorities and deadlines

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. Frequent ability to perform job functions in a seated position. Frequent ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. Frequent ability to work indoors. Continuous ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. Infrequent ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. Infrequent ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. Infrequent ability to squat and perform job functions. Infrequent ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations. Frequent ability to fully use both hands/arms. Frequent ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. Frequent ability to reach in all directions. Continuous good finger dexterity. Continuous ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. Continuous ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. Infrequent ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. Infrequent ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. Infrequent ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. Continuous ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. Continuous ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. Frequent ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. Frequent ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. Continuous good peripheral vision capabilities. Continuous ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. Continuous ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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