Research Scientist Senior

Advocate Aurora Health - Allenton, WI

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Allenton, WI

Hospitals

About the position

The Senior Research Scientist at Advocate Aurora Research Institute (AARI) is an advanced career scientist responsible for leading a high-quality research program within specific priority areas. This role involves directing system-wide research projects from design to dissemination, serving as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator, and sustaining a program of research with successful external funding. The position requires effective communication of research findings and strategies, mentoring other scientists, and contributing to the development of the AARI academic research agenda.

Responsibilities

• Directs large, ongoing program of research aligned with AAH strengths and AARI priorities.
• Leads or co-leads complex system-level projects with clinicians and other scientists.
• Serves as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on research studies.
• Leads project teams to achieve study objectives and ensure quality of research deliverables.
• Sustains a program of research with successful external funding.
• Leads and designs grant submissions to secure funding for AARI academic research.
• Disseminates research findings through reports, presentations, and publications.
• Contributes expert knowledge to develop/refine the AARI academic research agenda.
• Develops and communicates research strategy and direction for aligned research areas.
• Mentors other scientists across AARI.
• Serves on scientific peer review groups and national policy/advisory boards.

Requirements

• Doctorate Degree in Health Science or related field.
• Typically requires 10 years of experience in Public health, health sciences, biostatistics, health economics, health services research or equivalent.
• 7 years' experience in independent program of research with significant funding as PI and Co-I.
• Expert knowledge in area(s) aligned with program of research.
• Strong track record of extramural funding for research, including large federal grants.
• Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative working relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in health equity, aging, cardiovascular disease, cancer, health services research, or neuroscience.
• Established background conducting research in public health, epidemiology, or implementation science.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Flexible scheduling options
• Professional development opportunities