Postdoctoral Scholar - Center for Healthcare Organizational and Innovation Research (CHOIR) -School of Public Health | University of California Berkeley
University of California Berkeley
Location
Berkeley, CA | United States
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Postdoctoral Scholar - Center for Healthcare Organizational and Innovation Research (CHOIR) -School of Public Health Position overview Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar-Employee
Salary range: The UC Postdoc salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level at appointment. See the following table for the current salary scale for this position: . The current minimum salary range for this position is $64,480 to $77,327.
Percent time: 100%
Anticipated start: Summer 2024
Position duration: The initial appointment is for 2 years with the possibility of renewal based on contingence of performance.
Application Window Open date: January 5, 2024
Most recent review date: Monday, Feb 5, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Monday, Feb 12, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description Dr. Amanda Brewster and Dr. Hector Rodriguez, directors of the UC Berkeley Center for Healthcare Organizational and Innovation Research (CHOIR) are seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar who aspires to become an independent quantitative health services researcher. CHOIR conducts studies of the organization and delivery of health services in order to improve the effectiveness of care and, ultimately, accountability for population health. We emphasize innovations in health care delivery and assessment of organizational performance to improve the technical quality of care delivered, patient experience and outcomes of care, population health, and cost. The Postdoctoral Scholar would join CHOIR and the Division of Health Policy and Management within the University of California, Berkeley School of Public Health.
The Postdoctoral Scholar will join a collaborative project to combine organizational data, contextual data, and the Medicaid T-MSIS Analytic Files (TAF) to examine the effects of organizational changes on health outcomes for Medicaid beneficiaries. The project is focused on primary care and home and community based service (HCBS) provider organizations. The Postdoctoral Scholar will be expected to conduct analyses related to existing project aims and will also have opportunities to develop and lead their own manuscripts that leverage the project data, as well as to propose new ideas using the available data resources.
The Postdoctoral Scholar will take advantage of the many resources available at Berkeley Public Health (e.g., colloquia, workshops, faculty expertise) for professional development. Funding for conference travel and professional development is available. Remote work is possible and negotiable, but some in-person presence is strongly preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities will include:
- Under the mentorship of the supervising (faculty or researcher) conduct independent research using the T-MSIS Analytic Files (TAF) and survey and other administrative data files.
- Assist with data management and analytic file creation.
- Participate in project meetings and regular research lab meetings
- Contribute to and lead manuscript preparation for publication in peer-reviewed journals
- Contribute to Institutional Review Board protocol development
- Mentor junior student team members
- Engage in professional development activities (e.g., colloquium attendance, conference presentations, and networking opportunities)
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Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
- Ph.D. (or equivalent international degree)
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
- No more than three years of postdoctoral experience at the time of appointment
Preferred qualifications - Ph.D. in Health Policy, Public Policy, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or other related social, behavioral, or population science health field.
- Strong quantitative data analysis skills
- Fluency in Stata or R
- Familiarity with quasi-experimental research methods
- Experience in analyzing Medicaid administrative data is a strong plus
- Evidence of substantial contributions to published research
- Background in US health policy, including Medicaid policy reforms
Application Requirements Document requirements - Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter - 1-2 pages
- Statement of Research
- Statement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion if hired at Berkeley. More Information and guidelines .
- Publication or Dissertation Chapter
Reference requirements - 3-5 required (contact information only)
Apply link: Help contact: [email protected] About UC Berkeley UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).
The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:
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Job location Berkeley, California
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