Workforce Studies Research Fellow (Remote)
Workforce Studies Research Fellow (Remote)
locationsWashington DC
time typePart time
posted onPosted Today
job requisition id10009094Who We Are:
The Association of American Medical Colleges is a not-for-profit association dedicated to transforming health care by supporting the entire spectrum of medical education, medical research, and patient care conducted by our member institutions. We are dedicated to the communities we serve and steadfast in our goal to improve the health of all.
Job Description
AAMC Workforce Studies Research Fellow position (part-time) is available to a graduate student in social science or a medical residency fulfilling their research requirements. The fellowship runs from September to June. The AAMC Workforce Studies fellow will function as a member of the Workforce Studies team while engaging in research projects that align with the strategic goals and priorities of the team. The Fellow will work on one or more research projects under the supervision of senior members of the AAMC Workforce Studies team, expected to yield at least one published product, co-authored with team members.
We will consider candidates who reside outside the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area (but limited to the contiguous 48 states). The Fellow can work in the AAMC office or remotely. However, we have no funds available for travel and accommodation subsidies.
About the Workforce Studies Team
The mission of the AAMC Workforce Studies team is to be the pre-eminent resource for physician workforce projections, data, and research, providing support and value to AAMC and its members. For more information, visit aamc.org/workforce.
What to Expect During the Fellowship?
The Fellow will work with staff to select research projects based on their background and interests, including topics like physician retirement and attrition, practice location, work hours and patterns, and access to care.
The Fellow’s work may include data cleaning, literature reviews, conducting statistical analyses, preparing presentations, and supporting other research efforts.
The Fellow will use key AAMC datasets, including the National Sample Survey of Physicians data.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a degree-granting, graduate-level education program in social science fields or a medical resident with similar training. Strong interest in health care improvement, experience in analyzing survey data, proficiency with MS Office and statistical software such as Stata or R, along with excellent communication skills are necessary. Strong organizational abilities and motivation to build a publication portfolio in physician workforce research are also essential.
The position requires 20 hours of work per week, with compensation at $23 per hour or academic credit options available. Applications are due by August 1, 2025, and must include a resume and a 2-page statement detailing interest and relevant experience.
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