The American Board of Anesthesiology · 7 hours ago
Research Scientist
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expThe American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) is dedicated to advancing anesthesiology through certification and research. The Research Scientist will lead and manage research projects aimed at enhancing the validity and effectiveness of ABA programs, collaborating with various stakeholders to drive a high-impact research agenda.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Director, Psychometrics & Research and the Research Committee Chair to translate ABA strategic priorities into a focused, multi-year research agenda
Identify high-impact research questions using ABA examination, longitudinal, and outcomes data to support validity evidence, fairness/DEI analyses, outcomes research, and public value initiatives
Maintain an organized research portfolio and pipeline, including clear scopes of work, timelines, milestones, and status updates for active and proposed projects
Develop rigorous study designs, protocols, and analysis plans for quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods projects
Coordinate with Senior Psychometricians and data staff to implement appropriate psychometric and statistical methods; leverage their operational expertise without duplicating their core responsibilities
Ensure documentation of methodologies, decisions, and results that meet internal quality standards and external scientific expectations
Serve as a key staff collaborator to the ABA Research Committee, supporting the Chair and members in advancing the ABA’s research agenda
Engage physician content experts, volunteer leaders, external investigators, and partner organizations in the design and execution of research projects
Facilitate effective communication among internal teams to ensure alignment and resource coordination
Prepare and/or co-author manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, conference abstracts/ presentations, white papers, technical reports, and internal briefing documents
Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable insights for ABA leadership, committees, and the Board of Directors
Contribute to communications that highlight ABA’s research contributions and reinforce the credibility and impact of its certification programs
Manage research workflows and timelines using sound project management practices and tools
Ensure adherence to ABA policies, data governance requirements, privacy and confidentiality expectations, and IRB/ethics standards where applicable
Promote reproducibility, transparency, and continuous improvement in all research activities
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in educational research, measurement, quantitative or I/O psychology, statistics, biostatistics, health professions education, or a closely related quantitative field required
Advanced knowledge of research methodology (quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods), study design, and statistical analysis
Proficiency with one or more statistical programming languages (e.g., R, Python, SAS, or similar); familiarity with SQL and relational databases preferred
Strong scientific and technical writing skills; ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with physician leaders, volunteers, and multidisciplinary staff
Working knowledge of psychometric techniques (e.g., IRT, CTT, Multi-facet Rasch Model, reliability, validation studies) and ability to partner effectively with Senior Psychometricians
Strong project management, organization, and prioritization skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
Sound judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to data integrity, ethics, and confidentiality
Demonstrated commitment to service and continually exhibits a customer service culture
Demonstrated dependability for own actions and their consequences, and for the performance of the team functions and duties
Demonstrated flexibility in rapidly changing conditions
Independent self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and in writing
Ability to work concurrently on multiple tasks and projects
Demonstrated willingness to keep technical skills and knowledge current
Ability to think logically and analytically in a problem-solving environment
Ability to work as well as part of a team and to manage relationships with vendors and consultants
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with a strong ability to effectively interface and collaborate with varied constituent groups, including staff, Board of Directors members, volunteers, and external organizations
Minimum of 5 years of experience conducting applied research in testing, health professions education, outcomes research, or a related field
Demonstrated experience leading research projects from concept through analysis, interpretation, and dissemination
Experience working with large, complex datasets; experience in high-stakes testing, licensure/ certification, or medical education preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to travel on occasion up to 10% with overnight stays
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds maximum
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Must be able to work onsite in Raleigh, NC at least two days per week
Preferred
Familiarity with SQL and relational databases preferred
Experience in high-stakes testing, licensure/ certification, or medical education preferred
Record of peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or equivalent scholarly/technical output preferred
Knowledge of or experience with the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) a plus
Knowledge of or experience with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) a plus
Company
The American Board of Anesthesiology
We are a medical specialty certifying board serving anesthesiologists.
51-200 employees
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