Senior Scientist - Bursky Public Health
Core
Lead original empirical research in population health science, from study design and data analysis to publication and public engagement, serving as scientific lead for externally funded initiatives.
Role type
Senior Research Scientist (Population Health)
Builds
Peer-reviewed manuscripts, policy briefs, and multi-year applied public health programs with global reach.
Domain
Public Health / Epidemiology / Social Sciences
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery
Required skills
Quantitative data analysis, Statistical computing (R, Stata, Python), Research design, Grant writing, IRB management, Scientific writing, Peer-reviewed publication, Project management, Mentoring junior researchers
Preferred skills
Postdoctoral training, Program management of large-scale projects, Interdisciplinary research, Open science practice
Technologies
R, Stata, Python
Responsibilities
Design population health studies and develop research protocols; Conduct advanced statistical and data analyses; Lead manuscript preparation and present at conferences; Manage grant proposals, renewals, and compliance; Mentor graduate research assistants and junior lab members.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic partnership responsibilities