Scientist I - Women’s Health Evidence Map

Job Description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Scientist I - Women's Health Evidence Map, to develop and conduct research in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff. Exercise technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of results that contribute to project strategies. Provide training and guidance for lower-level Research Associates and staff.

This is a part-time position for 20 hours/week.

This position will be in support of the USU Military Women’s Health Research Program Evidence Map Project. The Leveraging Evidence to Advance the Health of Military Women project’s goals are to create a comprehensive evidence map of Active-Duty Service Women (ADSW) health literature since 2015.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops the systematic review and evidence map protocol, including defining the scope, research questions, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and search strategy, in collaboration with the research team.
• Conducts comprehensive and systematic literature searches across relevant databases (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Embase) and gray literature sources to identify DOW women's health research published over the past 10 years.
• Independently performs title and abstract screening, and full-text review, adhering to established eligibility criteria and documenting the selection process (e.g., using a PRISMA flow diagram).
• Develops and refines data extraction forms and systematically extracts key information (e.g., study design, population, interventions, outcomes, funding source) from included studies for charting and synthesis.
• Contributes to the development of an evidence map structure and visual representation to characterize the scope, volume, and characteristics of DOW women's health research.
• Analyzes and synthesizes extracted data to identify research gaps, trends, and areas of high research activity.
• Leads the drafting of the systematic review and evidence map manuscript for peer-reviewed publication.
• Presents research findings to stakeholders, including the USU Military Women’s Health Research Program, collaborators, and at national scientific meetings.
• Assists in preparing progress reports, final reports, and other project documentation for the funding agency.
• Mentors junior research team in the planning and execution of the project.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Doctorate Degree in a related field required.
• Minimum of 2-5 years' experience required.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of systematic review and/or evidence mapping methodologies (e.g., Cochrane, PRISMA standards).
• Knowledge of the scientific area, specifically military healthcare and/or women's health research.
• Understanding of publication processes for peer-reviewed journals.
• Highly developed research and analytical skills, including the ability to analyze and interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in conducting comprehensive literature searches using major bibliographic databases (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Embase).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for developing protocols, drafting manuscripts, and presenting findings.
• Meticulous attention to detail for data extraction, record-keeping, and quality control throughout the review process.
• Proficiency with systematic review software (e.g., Covidence, Rayyan) and data management tools (e.g., Excel, R).
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage a multi-stage, complex research project to meet deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary research team.
• Ability to troubleshoot search strategies and data management challenges.
• Ability to synthesize disparate research findings into a cohesive and meaningful narrative and visual evidence map.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.
  
  

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
  
  

Work Environment

• This position will primarily remote and will require travel. Please note, the preferred candidate will reside in the DMC (DC, Maryland, Virginia) metropolitan area.
  
  

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $37.31-$50.00. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.
  
  

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.