Epidemiologist / Data Scientist / Population Health Scientist (Open Rank)

Posting Details

Position Details

About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders.

We exist to:
• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;
With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!

Posting Number
ACAD541

Job Title
Epidemiologist / Data Scientist / Population Health Scientist (Open Rank)

Position Title
Epidemiologist / Data Scientist / Population Health Scientist (Open Rank)

Position Type
Faculty

Number of vacancies
1

Salary
Commensurate with experience and credentials

Department
Pediatrics

Position Summary

About the Role

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) seeks a highly analytical and collaborative Epidemiologist / Population Health Data Scientist to join the Department of Pediatrics in support of the Solve Sickle Cell Initiative. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to population health and outcomes research, design and analyze epidemiologic studies, and support the integration of basic science discoveries into clinical care across hospital and community settings. Findings from community implementation and health services research will, in turn, inform future translational and basic science questions, reinforcing a bidirectional research model.

Program Description

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (Children's), and Emory University School of Medicine (Emory) are partnering in a $16M expansion of their Sickle Cell Disease Program called the Georgia Solve Sickle Cell Disease Initiative (Solve Sickle). The Initiative is supported by the Georgia Research Alliance, and investments from MSM, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and Emory University. This initiative will focus on the development, testing, and implementation of new therapies in sickle cell disease and includes the addition of three faculty members at Emory and MSM. The Department of Pediatics at MSM invites qualified applicants to apply for the keystone position of this initiative as Data Scientist/Epidemiologist.

*"This position may be funded by extramural grant funding and continuation is contingent upon the availability of these external funds."

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Data Science, Public Health, Computer Science, Health Informatics, or a related population science discipline; from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Familiarity with public health systems, health policy, and/or healthcare delivery systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong quantitative, analytical, statistical, and scientific writing skills.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS, R, or equivalent tools)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated experience in population health research, clinical trials, and/or health outcomes research.
• Demonstrated record of research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications and successful collaborative research initiatives.
• Demonstrated history of external research funding, where relevant.
• Experience working in collaborative, multi-institutional research environments.
• Experience in sickle cell disease research, health informatics, population health, clinical trials, or related fields.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

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EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the Innovate Care and Data Science Research Theme of the Solve Sickle Cell Initiative.
• Design and conduct population-based, epidemiologic, and health services research addressing sickle cell disease outcomes, symptomatology, self-management, care delivery, and survivorship.
• Participate in and help lead clinical trials, including pragmatic and implementation science studies focused on behavioral interventions, care delivery models, and health outcomes.
• Apply advanced statistical and epidemiologic methods to analyze clinical, claims, registry, and EHR data to evaluate patterns of care, quality, and disparities.
• Develop and evaluate interventions to improve screening, care coordination, and long-term outcomes.
• Lead and contribute to competitive extramural grant applications (e.g., R01, U01, or equivalent) as PI, Co-Investigator, or site lead.
• Demonstrate a strong track record of securing extramural research funding (note: language intentionally excludes "independent funding").
• Publish high-quality, peer-reviewed manuscripts and present findings at national and international scientific meetings.
• Collaborate effectively across Morehouse School of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and other Solve Sickle partners.
• Engage with statewide, national, and global research networks.
• Prepare scientific reports and communicate findings to academic, clinical, and community stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of evidence-informed public health and care delivery strategies.
• Mentor research staff, trainees, and students in population health sciences, epidemiology, outcomes research, and clinical trial methodology.
• Ensure compliance with policies, federal regulations, and sponsor requirements across all research activities for Morehouse School of Medicine and its institutional partners.