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American Institutes for Research · 2 days ago

Principal Researcher, Patient Reported Outcomes Measure

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$148K/yr - $197K/yr

7+ years exp

American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization focused on behavioral and social science research. They are seeking a Principal Researcher to lead the design and analysis of patient-reported outcome measures, ensuring the collection and interpretation of data to improve patient-centered care.

EducationNon Profit

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the design, testing, implementation, and analysis of patient surveys to collect data on health status, symptoms, quality of life, and care experiences

Design new patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and patient-reported experience measures (PREMs), and adapt existing instruments for specific clinical conditions, ensuring clarity, validity, and reliability

Integrate PROMs into clinical workflows using electronic health records (EHRs) and/or paper-based data collection methods, and oversee data collection to ensure accuracy and completeness

Oversee the cleaning, management, and statistical analysis of patient-reported data to identify trends and insights related to patient experiences and outcomes

Develop reports, visualizations, and other deliverables to communicate findings clearly to technical and nontechnical stakeholders

Collaborate with clients, project teams, and external stakeholders to interpret PROM data and apply findings to quality improvement, policy, and decision-making

Present findings in meetings, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and support dissemination efforts

Contribute to research studies that use PROMs to evaluate treatment effectiveness, patient outcomes, and care delivery

Support quality measure development efforts as a core member of research teams

Represent quality measure development teams in areas of expertise during meetings and calls with measure stewards and other stakeholders, ensuring clear documentation and follow-through on action items

Prepare high-quality technical reports, manuscripts, and other written products for clients and broader technical and general audiences

Provide strategic and technical expertise in patient-reported outcomes to inform business development activities and shape AIR’s research agenda

Mentor and guide junior staff by sharing best practices, problem-solving approaches, and constructive feedback

Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, site-based staff, measure stewards, and other stakeholders, representing AIR effectively

Qualification

Ph.D. in Behavioral SciencePsychometric MethodsSurvey DesignStatistical Software ProficiencyData Collection ManagementPatient-Reported Outcome MeasuresPatient-Reported Experience MeasuresAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication SkillsMentoring SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Ph.D. in Quantitative Psychology, Educational Psychology, or another behavioral science discipline (e.g., psychology, sociology) with an emphasis on measurement and a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience

Candidates with advanced degrees in related fields (e.g., health policy, statistics, economics, medicine, epidemiology) with appropriate experience will also be considered

Candidates with a master's degree and equivalent experience in the research and development of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and/or patient-reported experience measures (PREMs), including national recognition or a strong publication record, will also be considered

Sophisticated understanding of and extensive experience applying psychometric methods to the development and evaluation of PROMs and PREMs

Expertise in survey design, including validity and reliability testing, with demonstrated knowledge of classical test theory and modern test theory

Understanding of medical conditions, treatment options, and patient experiences as they relate to patient-reported measurement

Proficiency in statistical software packages used to analyze patient-reported data

Experience organizing, managing, and overseeing data collection and analysis processes

Ability to consult effectively with clinicians, researchers, and programmers to interpret clinical and technical measurement requirements, specifications, and testing results

Knowledge of Consensus-Based Entity (CBE) requirements and federal rule-making processes

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex findings, produce concise summaries and briefings, and deliver effective presentations and facilitation

Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy in writing and reporting

Ability to mentor and teach junior staff in the development, evaluation, and analysis of PROMs and PREMs

Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize work, track tasks to completion, and consistently meet deadlines

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively on complex research projects

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent tools for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and email/calendar management