​The Center for Evidence-based Policy (CEbP), based in Portland, Oregon, is expanding again! We’re looking for a full-time information specialist with experience of systematic reviews, particularly health technology assessments, and with experience or interest assisting with other parts of the review (e.g., sifting, risk of bias). While the CEbP is located in Portland, OR, remote working anywhere in the US is possible with some occasional travel to Portland required.

Details below along with the link. If the link doesn’t work, head to https://careersat-ohsu.icims.com/jobs/intro and search for job 2023-23531

Research Associate, Level 2 (Information and evidence)

Function/Duties of Position

The position’s primary function is to lead the development and presentation of evidence synthesis research products such as systematic reviews, health technology assessments, and rapid reviews. The Center’s evidence synthesis research is focused on the areas of health technologies, pharmaceuticals and health services, with attention toward their applicability to Medicaid and other state health programs. Successful candidates will have proficiency in evidence synthesis methods, which includes topic identification and scoping, study selection, risk of bias assessment, certainty of evidence determination, and quantitative and narrative evidence syntheses. Successful candidates will also have a demonstrated record of being able to synthesize evidence in writing and give oral presentations, including presenting in different formats and to different audiences. Candidates should have experience working within and leading teams of people conducting systematic reviews or related types of work.

Develop, Support, and Execute Bibliographic Database Searches and Management

* Support colleagues and train staff in use of key information sciences and systematic review tools (e.g., EndNote, DistillerSR).
* Contribute to the development of guides to support the use of document management tools such as DistillerSR.
* Work with senior information specialist team members to facilitate effective searches for information not usually available within. standard bibliographic databases, including information on new healthcare developments and policies.
* Work with all research staff to develop search strategies that are effective, efficient, and tailored to the needs of the Center and its clients.
* Develop and translate search strategies and run searches in Ovid MEDLINE and other online bibliographic databases (as needed on a project basis).
* Provide clear and organized search strategy information for report methods sections.
* Efficiently transfer search results and citations to programs including EndNote and DistillerSR.
* Manage Center-wide information resources, including EndNote libraries.
* Create and manage references in a citation management software program (e.g., EndNote).

Support the Development and Writing of Evidence Synthesis Research Products

* Support the preparation of research products for public payers and health policy decision makers according to Center style or client guidelines and research methods, ensuring accuracy and clarity, and using narrative text, tables, and appropriate illustrations.
* Present research findings to clients via webinar or in-person meetings and conferences.
* Research and analyze the context of the question(s) that clients are asking and convert questions into structured, answerable research questions.
* Identify relevant research studies, additional grey literature, clinical practice guidelines, and policy documents, and determine their relevance to the research question(s).
* Critically evaluate the risk of bias and applicability of included research studies and clinical practice guidelines.
* Appropriately assign a certainty of evidence rating (e.g., GRADE) from the body of evidence for select outcomes.
* Manage evidence synthesis steps and workflow using structured systematic review software (e.g., DistillerSR).

Required Qualifications
Education:

* Master’s degree in relevant health research field and 3 to 5 years of relevant combined experience; OR
* PhD in relevant health research field and with 1 to 3 years of relevant combined experience

Experience:

* Under 3 years (PhD) or 3 or more years (Master’s degree) of experience working as an information scientist, with direct experience formulating and conducting database searches and information retrieval AND conducting evidence syntheses of health-related research information and communicating this information in written health technology assessments, systematic reviews with or without meta-analyses, and oral presentations of these data.
* Experience conducting peer review of search strategies, including use of the PRESS (Peer Review of Electronic Search Strategies) Guidelines.
* Experience in supporting evidence synthesis (e.g. systematic reviews) for use in decision making.
* Knowledge of critical appraisal and its use in systematic reviews.
* Experience working with a citation management software application (e.g., EndNote).
* Experience transferring data from one application to another (e.g., from EndNote to DistillerSR).
* Experience in full text article identification and retrieval, manually and using automated tools.
* Experience working collaboratively and closely with colleagues on research projects.
* Experience presenting research to various audiences, including public sector decision makers.
* Experience working on multiple research projects simultaneously with excellent organizational skills.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

* Expertise in creating and implementing search strategies to identify relevant health research.
* Expertise in peer reviewing search strategies, including use of the PRESS.
* Expertise in use and management of bibliographic software such as EndNote.
* Knowledge of effective and efficient approaches to searches using Cochrane Library, PubMed, Ovid MEDLINE, and skills with Medical Subject Headings (MeSH).
* Knowledge of evidence review methods (e.g., systematic reviews, health technology assessments).
* Ability to use systematic review software applications (e.g., EndNote, DistillerSR).
* Ability to work with team members to create and implement a search strategy to identify relevant health research.
* Ability to help organize and synthesize published research for reports and presentations.
* Excellent writing, grammatical, and proofreading skills, including the ability to follow Center and client style guides.
* Proficiency in MS Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
* Ability to respond positively and proactively to peer review and editor comments.
* Ability to exercise discretion when dealing with issues of a sensitive nature and to maintain confidentiality at all times.
* Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Ability to develop interview questions for interviews with key informants.
* Ability to interact with a wide variety of stakeholders and internal and external customers.
* Ability to be self-motivated, prioritize effectively, and achieve deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications
Education:

* Master’s degree in a relevant health research field with more than 5 years of experience.
* PhD in a relevant health research field with 3 or more years of experience.

Experience:

* All required experience as listed plus:
* Experience working with systematic review software applications (e.g., DistillerSR).
* Experience working on medical devices, technologies, pharmaceutical, and genetics-related projects.
* Record of peer-reviewed publication.
* Some health policy (local, state, or federal government or equivalent) experience.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

* All required knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed plus:
* Knowledge of medical devices and technologies, genetic tests and interventions, and pharmaceuticals.


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Journal Articles

Holloway, J.M., Gray, H.L., Buro, A.W. et al. [Howard, A.].Measurement Tools to Assess Usual Dietary Intake and Physical Activity in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder: a Scoping Review. Rev J Autism Dev Disord (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40489-022-00349-z
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Harris, S. L., Sawyer, A. T., Tao, H., & Bailey, A. K. (2023). A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study of a Well-Being Intervention for Healthcare Chaplains. Journal of Pastoral Care & Counseling, 15423050221146510.

Celano T, Harris S, Sawyer AT, Hamilton T. Promoting Spiritual Well-Being Among Nurses. Nurse Leader. 2022;20(2):188-192. 

Sawyer AT, Harris S, Green JF, Du Y, Richard T, Robinson PS, Celano P, Kelly K, Bailey AK. Clinical Leader Series: A virtual mental well-being initiative for nurse leaders during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. JONA: Journal of Nursing Administration. 2022 Mar; 52(3): 177-184.

Greene Taylor, N., Shereff, D., Baum, B., Chan, J., Cannon, P. (2022). Moving Beyond the Book List: Building a Pediatric Responsive Library Program. Journal of Hospital Librarianship. https://doi-org/10.1080/15323269.2021.2019521

Pomputius A, Ansell M, Morgan-Daniel J. 2022. Mapping Pregnancy Resources Available Online to LGBTQIA+ Health Consumers. Journal of Consumer Health on the Internet, 26(4), 433-443.  https://doi.org/10.1080/15398285.2022.2136916

Professional Association Blogs
Perez, J. E. (2023, March 16). My extraordinary experience at the 4th National Joint Council of Librariansof Color (JCLC) Conference [Blog post]. MLA Connect. https://www.mlanet.org/p/bl/ar/blogaid=4364
 
Book Reviews
Perez, J. E. (2023, June). [Review of the book Pursuing a career in mental health: A comprehensive guide for aspiring      professionals, by Ann F. Garland]. CHOICE: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries, 60(10).

Perez, J. E. (2023, March). [Review of the book Uniform Feelings: Scenes from the psychic life of policing, by Jessi Lee Jackson]. CHOICE: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries, 60(7).

Perez, J. E. (2023, January). [Review of the book The illusionist brain: The neuroscience of magic, by Jordi Camí and Luis M. Martínez]. CHOICE: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries, 60(5).

Presentations
“Vaccine Hesitancy Needs of Health Care Providers: Initial Analysis of Interview Data”, refereed presentation, Annual Meeting of the Southern Chapter/Medical Library Association, 20 October 2022, Montgomery, AL (M Ansell, L Adkins, ME Edwards, J Morgan-Daniel, HF Norton, N Stoyan-Rosenzweig)

“Assessing a Long-Standing Health Sciences Liaison Librarian Program”, refereed presentation, Medical Library Association Annual Meeting, 5 May 2022, New Orleans, LA (HF Norton, MR Tennant, CD Adams, M Ansell, ME Edwards, J Morgan-Daniel, AF Pomputius)

 “Assessing the Information Needs of Health Care Providers Related to Vaccine Hesitancy”, refereed presentation, Medical Library Association Annual Meeting, 5 May 2022, New Orleans, LA (M Ansell, LE Adkins, ME Edwards, J Morgan-Daniel, HF Norton, N Stoyan-Rosenzweig)

Perez, J. E. (2023, May). Identifying Your Self: Understanding the Importance and Impact of Positionality Statements. Florida Library Association (FLA) Annual Conference. Daytona Beach, FL.

FHSLA is pleased to announce that Tara Brigham and Jorge Perez have been nationally recognized by the Medical Library Association (MLA) for earning a Level I Systematic Review Services Specialization (SRSS) certificate. 

For more information about the MLA Systematic Review Services Specialization, visit medlib-ed.org/Systematic-Review-Srvs-Specialization. 

FHSLA is proud to present a blog post by Visible Body- Diamond Sponsor of the FHSLA annual  meeting.

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At Visible Body, we feel a kinship with academic librarians. Taking vast amounts of information, making sure it is accurate, organizing it in a logical, user-friendly system, and presenting it in such a way that it sparks understanding and learning—librarians do it, and we do it too! 
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