Doctoral Research Faculty Dissemination & Implementation Science

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team At Childrens Mercy we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years.

Childrens Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City a metro abounding in cultural experiences vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in childrens health we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Division of Health Services and Outcomes Research at Childrens Mercy Kansas City is looking to recruit a new researcher to enhance our existing strengths and/or broaden the divisions capacity to fulfil our mission to improve the health and wellness of children and their families locally nationally and internationally. We invite applications for a faculty position in Dissemination and Implementation Science.

We seek qualified individuals with expertise in the translation of research findings and evidence into effective healthcare interventions programs and policy. Candidates should have experience with a variety of implementation theories models and frameworks (e.g. CFIR Precede-Proceed PRISM RE-AIM) and experience with a variety of evaluative processes and data analysis methods. Candidates that study social behavioral economic and management factors that impact implementation of evidence-based health interventions will be highly valued.

Successful candidates will be expected to educate other faculty on the application of Dissemination and Implementation Science principles in health research conduct original independent research collaborate with research teams across Childrens Mercy Kansas City publish peer reviewed manuscripts and seek extramural funding for their research program. Candidates should have a PhD or other applicable advanced degree in a discipline such as Implementation Science Public Health Healthcare Administration and Management Health Services Research or related field.

Successful candidates will be expected to work collaboratively with faculty across Childrens Mercy and national/international partner institutions. We have mature collaborations with more than 50 hospitals and academic institutions worldwide and strong ties with regional partners such as the University of Kansas University of Kansas Medical Center University of Missouri-Kansas City and Stowers Research Institute which provide a rich research environment and support for continued professional development. Childrens Mercys Center for Pediatrics Genomic Medicine (first of its kind in a childrens hospital) Division of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutic Innovation Center for Healthy Lifestyles and Nutrition and the Center for Bioethics are well-recognized for their research and scholarly contributions and provide ample opportunities for research collaboration.

Childrens Mercy serves as the Department of Pediatrics for both the University of Kansas Medical Center and the University of Missouri-Kansas City Schools of Medicine and Childrens Mercy faculty hold appointments at one or both. Childrens Mercy is a core member of Frontiers: The Heartland Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (a $20 million Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) from the National Institutes of Health headquartered at the University of Kansas Medical Center) and a consortium partner in the National Cancer Institute-designated University of Kansas Cancer Center.

Additional questions can be directed to Dr. Brooke Fridley Division Director Health Services and Outcomes Research at

Please apply online with CV and cover letter or send to .

For more information about Childrens Mercy Kansas City and about Kansas City itself visit Childrens Mercy we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve as well as our core values of kindness curiosity inclusion team and integrity.

Additionally its important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve as well as the Childrens Mercy staff we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles mumps rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus diphtheria acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Childrens Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees patients parents and visitors. A personal interview formal education and training previous work experience references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race color religion sex national origin age disability creed genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Childrens Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds not just because its the right thing to do but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service you will find a recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring including education ideas culture and beliefs.