What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biopsychosocial Research Scientist | F68870 | Internal Medicine SOM position at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)?
Mission or Goal of Unit: Multidisciplinary research in translational,
clinical, and implementation science in Sickle Cell Disease. Chief Purpose of this position: The Department of
Internal Medicine, Division of General Medicine, and Virginia Commonwealth
University seeks a mid-career behavioral research scientist to join a leading
multidisciplinary program in biopsychosocial translational, clinical, and
implementation science in sickle cell disease. The selected candidate will collaborate with
and be mentored by 2 physicians, 3 Nurse Practitioners, and a staff of
professionals conducting daily case management rounds including social workers
and community health workers in the Adult Sickle Cell Medical Home, as well as 3
Physicians, a Physician’s assistant, and a staff of allied health professionals
in the Pediatric Sickle Cell Program. Position Responsibilities: Research | Submitting and executing federal, foundation, and other research proposals and generating new knowledge derived from working with diverse and disenfranchised adult patients with Sickle Cell Disease. Required Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:
Position Type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Full time equivalent: 100
Tenure: Ineligible
Rank: Open
Months: 12
Department:
Department of Internal Medicine | Division of General Medicine (Sickle Cell Disease)
Salary: Commensurate
ORP Eligible: Yes
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Wally Smith, MD
Contact Email: Wally.Smith@vcuhealth.org
Contact Phone: 804-828-8360
