Research Specialist Level 4 - Epidemiology

Position Overview

Under minimal supervision from the Principal Investigator, this role supports the conceptualization, data acquisition, statistical evaluation, and dissemination of epidemiological research findings. The role may involve oversight of junior laboratory personnel and collaboration in shaping research policies and procedural developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and methodology of epidemiologic studies.
• Assist in creating study instruments and operational protocols.
• Compute sample sizes and conduct power analyses to ensure study adequacy.
• Execute comprehensive literature reviews and meta-analytical studies.
• Perform diverse statistical analyses, manipulate datasets using specialized software, and innovate analytical techniques and testing protocols.
• Maintain thorough documentation including records, logs, and summary reports related to data and statistical charts.
• Draft research proposals for securing funding.
• Participate in authoring scientific articles and support professional presentations at conferences.
• Execute additional responsibilities pertinent to epidemiological research as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• Minimum of five years professional experience or possession of a Master’s degree (MSc/MPH) in epidemiology and/or biostatistics, with applicable research experience.
• Proficiency with statistical software packages such as SPSS, Stata, SAS, S-PLUS, or R.
• Familiarity with epidemiology pertaining to communicable and non-communicable diseases is advantageous.
• Demonstrated track record of publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals is preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Proven initiative and capability to work independently.
• Advanced communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to effectively produce scientific documents and deliver professional presentations.

Work Conditions

This role is primarily computer-based and may require variable working hours to meet project demands.

Organizational Context

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, established in 2001 under a collaboration between Cornell University and Qatar Foundation, offers an integrated six-year medical program leading to a Cornell University M.D. degree. The institution values excellence in education, cutting-edge research, and high standards of healthcare delivery. It is located in Doha's Education City, which houses multiple distinguished educational institutions.

Diversity and Inclusion

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity, including minorities, females, and persons with disabilities.