Research Associate-Health Services Research

About the role

The Research Associate will join an active health care delivery research program (led by Dr. Maggie Paul Bio) embedded within Mayo Clinic, one of the largest and most integrated academic health systems in the country. This is a transitional training role designed for early-career researchers pursuing independent academic careers in health services research, implementation science, or health policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead mixed-methods evaluations of health system innovations, with the flexibility to design studies that leverage the candidate’s methodological strengths, whether qualitative (e.g., interviews, focus groups), quantitative (e.g., survey design, EHR-based analyses), or integrated approaches.
• Partner with clinicians, operational leaders, and interdisciplinary teams to develop research questions and evaluation designs that inform care delivery decisions.
• Develop and submit manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national conferences.
• Pursue independent scholarly interests aligned with the broader research program, building toward an independent research career.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in health services research, public health, epidemiology, health policy, sociology, or a related field
• At least three years of relevant post-doctoral experience is required for this position
• Experience conducting mixed-methods or multi-method research
• Experience evaluating health care programs, clinical innovations, or delivery system interventions
• Strong expertise in qualitative or quantitative methods, with interest in developing complementary methodological skills
• Experience working within health care delivery settings or learning health systems
• Record of first-authored peer-reviewed publications

Training and Mentorship

• Weekly one-on-one mentorship focused on career development and research progress
• Manuscript development and grant writing support
• Opportunities to lead evaluation studies from design through dissemination
• Exposure to health system leadership and the operational context of care delivery research

Compensation and Benefits

• $96,000 to $113,000 per year
• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses
• Roth IRA: Employer-matched contributions
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future

Schedule

• Full Time
• M to F