Research Scientist

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Apr 16, 2025

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:	The Fitzhugh Mullan Institute for Health Workforce Equity, in the Milken Institute School of Public Health, is seeking a Research Scientist to work on a large foundation-funded project studying various aspects of reproductive health workforce. The goal of this research is to develop an evidence base on the composition, distribution, scope of services, and Medicaid acceptance of the healthcare workforce providing abortion and contraception services in the US, as well as potential shifts in this workforce in response to major events such as the Covid-19 pandemic or the Dobbs vs Jackson Supreme Court decision.. The Research Scientist will play an integral role as part of the team and will participate in and supervise the development of project deliverables, including data collection, analysis, and written and oral presentations. Responsibilities Include: Analyzing and interpreting large datasets, including national-level medical and prescription claims data Drafting manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed publications Preparing and presenting analyses to collaborators and external community members. Representing the Mullan Institute and its research at local and national meetings and conferences. Training and mentoring research staff, including student employees and staff research assistants/associates Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a Master's degree plus 5 years of experience or a PhD plus 2 years of experience in a related discipline to include at least 2 years of research and/or college level teaching in a field basic to the work to be performed. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	PhD, DrPH, or ScD, or MPH/MPP in health policy, health services research, or similar field Strong quantitative analysis skills, preferably with large datasets Demonstrated experience in writing peer-reviewed publications Subject matter knowledge of reproductive health and/or health workforce Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality Ability to function both independently as well as part of a team Strong written and oral communication skills Experience with, or interest in learning, data visualization skills
Hiring Range	$68,712.00 - $109,821.76
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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH)
Family	Research and Labs
Sub-Family	Field Research
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 4
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	Hybrid
Telework:	Yes
Required Background Check	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	- Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status. - The Limited term of this appointment is 2 years until March 31, 2027 at this time, with the potential to extend the appointment terms or become a permanent position. This position is a grant funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent on grant funding.
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	R002278
Job Open Date:	04/16/2025
Job Close Date:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.