Research Methodologist

About the role

Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Academic Institute. The Research Methodologist position provides scientific and technical consultation and coaching in research methodology for the design, planning, and execution of research projects focusing on epidemiologic, quality and patient safety, clinical, translational, and outcomes research. The role works in close partnership with faculty and researchers to offer technical guidance on research methodology frameworks and analyses, advisement on grant applications, study protocols, publications, reports, and other deliverables, and serves as a subject matter expert for quantitative and qualitative research methodology across project conceptualization, design, implementation, and evaluation phases. The position also provides training to faculty and researchers on a broad range of quantitative and qualitative research methods and techniques, including developing and testing analytical models, recruitment and retention strategies, research instrument design and testing, and assessing data quality.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with faculty and researchers to lead research methodology meetings and discussions.
• Collaborates with management and leadership on research methodology development project priorities.
• Serves as a subject matter expert and coach to faculty and researchers to develop their skills and projects focusing on applied best practices for quantitative and qualitative research methods and techniques.
• Liases and supports multi-functional teams including researchers, scientists, and other stakeholders, to facilitate teamwork and meet project objectives in a timely manner.
• Conducts self in a manner that is aligned with I CARE cultural principles and Houston Methodist service standards.
• Partners with faculty, researchers and other stakeholders to provide technical guidance on development of research methodology frameworks and analyses for research projects.
• Provides coaching on research methodology for design, planning and execution of research projects.
• Reviews and provides feedback on research methodological/analytical sections of grant applications, study protocols, publications, reports and other deliverables.
• Develops and implements a training program to coach faculty and researchers on quantitative and qualitative research methods and techniques.
• Promotes communication and collaboration between faculty, researchers, biostatisticians, data managers and other stakeholders on best practices for implementation of research methods and techniques.
• Leads and supports complex research methodology development projects.
• Provides highest level of excellence in all projects executed.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on development of research methodology and study design for projects.
• Provides training to faculty, researchers, scientists and other stakeholders as needed.
• Ensures all research methodology frameworks, techniques and processes for research projects are in compliance with Houston Methodist policies and regulations.
• Facilitates quality improvement and development of research methodology techniques and processes to improve project outcomes and deliverables.
• Ensures effective utilization of resources including time and effort, and project prioritization.
• Complies with Houston Methodist financial policies and procedures and operates within the departmental budget.
• Fosters an environment that encourages innovation, continuous improvement and growth.
• Actively seeks innovative solutions and promotes cross collaboration between teams and overcomes challenges.
• Stays updated with latest trends, techniques, tools and processes in research methods.
• Seeks opportunities to identify self-developmental needs and takes appropriate action.

Requirements

Ten years of related experience in an academic or clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Clinical Research/Health Research Methods/Epidemiology or related field required
• Terminal degree in related field preferred

Skills

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; a commitment to quality and excellence in service; confidentiality and professionalism
• Demonstrates effective and appropriate decision-making, judgment, and confidentiality as well as attention to detail and follow-through
• Exhibits initiative, proficiency, and adaptability to balance time and multiple competing priorities