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Job Title: Research Scientist II

Job Description

Design and implement major cancer health services and cancer epidemiology-related research projects

Lead applied research projects, secure grant funding (federal grants, foundations, industry), and disseminate results through peer-reviewed journal publications

and conference presentations/abstracts

Develop an innovative research portfolio focused on cancer care delivery and outcomes, both independently and in collaboration with external partners

Prepare grant proposals and secure extramural research funding

Partner with research teams (data analysts, project managers, and biostatisticians) to lead research studies and ensure they are completed successfully

Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals, and present findings at national scientific meetings

Provide consultation and assistance as needed for intramural research study design, analysis plans, and interpretation of results

Qualifications

Must be able to commute to Rockville, MD OR D.C.1 day per week (Candidates must either currently live in or be willing to relocate to the Washington D.C.,

Maryland, or Virginia area)

PhD in a relevant research discipline (e.g., epidemiology, nursing, health services research) or MD/DO with an advanced degree (e.g., MPH, MAS, MS, PhD, etc.)

Must have a minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral research (or equivalent) in Cancer epidemiology, health services, or related field, preferably in a health system

Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals

Must have experience doing extramural grant funding

Experience designing and leading simultaneous original research studies, and publish results

Hard Skills

• Oncology Research

• PhD

• Extramural Grant Funding

• Record of publications

• Track record of leading multiple studies at once

Work Site

This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Silver Spring, Maryland/D.C. and some days remote.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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