Lead Implementation Program Evaluation Scientist

About the role

The IMPACT Research Lab focuses on advancing the field of Implementation Science and improving evidence-based care delivery in rural and non-rural health settings through the integration of Implementation Science, Health Services Research, and community-based approaches to address rural health disparities.

Responsibilities

• Execute externally funded implementation research conducted by the Lab
• Contribute to the advancement of the field of Implementation Science
• Coordinate all evaluation activities for the Dissemination and Implementation Program Evaluation of THRIVE Digital Mental Health Initiative
• Lead the development of an implementation logic model
• Select an overall evaluation design and facilitate the selection of appropriate measures
• Manage the process to identify validated measures to ensure comparability to other similar digital mental health implementation efforts
• Lead pilot testing and finalization of surveys
• Provide scientific leadership and mentorship to other research team members
• Field consultation requests that come in through the lab
• Provide senior-level implementation science expertise and oversight to ensure scientific rigor and timely dissemination

Requirements

• Experience working in clinical research settings
• Strong knowledge of scientific methods and research theory relevant to implementation science and healthcare delivery improvement
• Demonstrated expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research design, data collection, and analysis
• Experience designing and conducting program evaluations, including use of logic models, systems design, and workflow/process assessments
• Strong scientific writing skills with a track record of publications, presentations, and grant writing
• Proficiency with MS Office and reference management tools (e.g., EndNote)

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Implementation Science, Public Health, Health Administration, Human Factors Engineering, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, or a related clinical field

Skills

• Ability to coach team members and project partners in defining and refining program activities, implementation strategies, measurable outcomes, and research funding processes
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously, pay close attention to detail, and operate effectively in both in-person and virtual environments
• Excellent verbal communication skills to present research analysis and findings clearly and concisely
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary partners (e.g., researchers, clinicians, health system leaders, and community stakeholders)

Benefits

• Benefits include generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits

Pay

The starting salary for the position is $105,000 annually; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Contact Information

Aisha Liebenow, liebenow@wisc.edu