Research Scientist

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to ongoing major research projects supporting real-world evidence (RWE) generation and provide input into new directions for existing program areas.


• Lead or participate in successful proposals for new research studies utilizing large observational databases (e.g., CMS, USRDS, Optum, MarketScan) that meaningfully support or extend Arbor Research’s portfolio.


• Build and maintain relationships with project sponsors and external partners (industry and/or government).


• Develop and carry out methodological and/or applied research leading to peer-reviewed publications, reports to sponsoring agencies, and other dissemination avenues.


• Provide scientific and operational oversight for research projects, often including as a principal investigator, project director, or deputy project director. Work with a project manager to oversee individual and team tasks and timelines.


• Direct study protocol development and analytic approaches for RWE using observational data. Provide mentorship and/or guidance to the analytic staff.


• Present seminars, talks, and lectures externally on behalf of Arbor Research and internally for staff advancement and education.


• Work creatively to identify additional ways to translate research findings into improving health services practice and policy.

Core Values

Our core values define who we are as an organization and serve as the foundation of our code of ethics. Arbor Research expects all employees to embody these and demonstrate them in our day-to-day work.

• Collaborative Spirit

We expect each staff member to learn from and teach one another and ask each to exhibit a curiosity and respect for the contributions of others.

• Creativity

We strive to cultivate a challenging, stimulating, and supportive environment where our employees are expected to be inquisitive, take initiative, and demonstrate ingenuity.

• Credibility

Our employees are smart, thoughtful, and objective in their work. We expect them to be technically solid in their area of expertise, and for those conducting research to demonstrate scientific rigor.

• Dedication

Our team achieves success because of our dedication to carrying out high quality work and delivering trusted results.

Supervision

Research Scientists work with a substantial amount of independence, initiating and guiding their own work. There are opportunities for mentorship and collaboration among the organization’s methodological and clinical teams. Formal supervision is provided by a Senior Research Scientist or other senior staff member.

Required Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree and related experience in health services research, biostatistics, epidemiology, health economics, health policy, or other social science field.


• Two (2) years of research experience at a research-based organization comparable to Arbor Research.


• Capability to succeed in research, as demonstrated by development of specific content-area expertise, lead or senior authorship on refereed publications, and/or invited presentations.


• Demonstrated potential for success in business development, including securing funding for new projects consistent with the Arbor Research mission (new funding can originate from industry and/or government).


• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.


• Strong mentoring skills, possibly including supervisory or teaching experience.

Annual Salary Range

$99,800 – $164,200