RTI International · 6 days ago
Implementation Science Research Scientist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$100K/yr - $135K/yr
2+ years expRTI International is an independent research organization providing healthcare consulting and research expertise. They are seeking an Implementation Science Research Scientist to support their Implementation Science Program, focusing on project execution, proposal development, and stakeholder engagement to ensure the successful adoption of innovative therapies.
ConsultingEducationGovernmentNon Profit
Responsibilities
Contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation of implementation science projects across the RTI-HS portfolio
Conduct landscape assessments, literature reviews, and environmental scans using implementation science theories, models, and frameworks
Assist in developing logic models, implementation plans, evaluation measures, and study protocols
Support data collection and analysis using qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods approaches
Draft summaries, reports, presentations, and other deliverables for internal and external audiences
Coordinate day-to-day project activities, including scheduling, document management, and communicating updates to project teams
Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones, ensuring alignment with budgets and quality expectations
Support multidisciplinary teams (e.g., epidemiology, HEOR, patient-centered outcomes, medical communications) by facilitating collaboration and information sharing
Help prepare materials for senior leadership briefings and client meetings
Support proposal development by contributing sections on project methodologies, staffing plans, timelines, and past performance
Assist in developing capability statements, slide decks, and other marketing materials that highlight RTI-HS’s implementation science expertise
Conduct background research to support opportunity identification and pipeline development
Support collaborations with internal partners, including scientific experts across RTI
Assist in stakeholder mapping and engagement activities with external partners such as industry, academia, advocacy groups, and regulatory bodies
Prepare presentation materials for conferences, workshops, and client meetings
Support efforts to standardize tools, templates, and best practices for implementation science across Health Solutions
Help document lessons learned, emerging techniques, and innovation opportunities to enhance program maturity
Maintain awareness of trends and developments in implementation science and share insights with the broader team
Qualification
Required
PhD Implementation Science, Translational Health Science, Public Health, Health Services Research, Behavioral Science, or related field, and 2+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with 4 years of directly relevant experience. OR Bachelor's degree with 6 years of directly relevant experience and strong mixed methods research background
Experience supporting research or implementation projects in healthcare, public health, life sciences, or related fields
Familiarity with implementation science frameworks (e.g., CFIR, RE-AIM, EPIS, Proctor's outcomes) and their practical applications
Experience with qualitative and/or quantitative research methods (mixed methods experience is a PLUS)
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate across teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting reports or research summaries
Ability to interpret and apply regulatory and ethical considerations relevant to health research
Preferred
Experience working in a consulting, pharmaceutical, academic, or applied research environment
Exposure to business development or proposal contributions
Experience preparing scientific presentations, posters, or manuscripts
Familiarity with quality improvement methods (e.g., PDSA, Lean, Six Sigma)
Company
RTI International
RTI is an independent, nonprofit institute that provides research, development, and technical services to government and commercial clients.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$18.06MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyAscendium Education Group
2024-09-17Grant· $0.8M
2023-10-23Grant· $0.5M
2023-04-13Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Michael H. Kaelin Jr.
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
Linda Dimitropoulos
Sr. Director, Primary Data Collection, Data & Analytics Practice Area
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