The Research Manager serves as the expert source for development, management and oversight of evidence review and analysis required for the development of ACOG’s clinical guidance documents. Responsible for providing strong guidance for the author, committee, and staff to implement the current and subsequent updated evidence-analysis methodology. Ensure that guideline development follows the evidence-based processes and that the available scientific evidence is included and accurately represented in clinical guidance text and recommendations. Collaborate effectively and build productive internal and external relationships. Note: This position is considered Hybrid and will need to commute to ACOG's office located in Washington, D.C. Supervisory Responsibilities: * This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.  Duties/Responsibilities: * Serves as the expert staff on adhering to the multi-faceted evidence evaluation methodology and standards for clinical guidance development. Maintain knowledge of current and developing guidelines. * Advise and provide expertise to authors, committee members, and research and committee staff on the evidence analysis process. * Partner with leadership to contribute to the review and implementation of guidance development methodologies, recommending any necessary adjustments and alternatives as required. * Serve as the primary resource for authors, committee members, and staff. * Develop structured clinical review topics/questions addressing identified management issues using the PICO format. * Provide guidance for search protocols, oversee literature search results, and ensure accurate inclusion/exclusion criteria application. * Advise and guide authors and committees through the evidence review protocols and assist with the use of evaluation software. * Create evidence profiles to provide to author and committee members for development of manuscript and recommendation statements. * Review manuscripts before publication to ensure content and data are valid, applicable, and current. * Provide quality assurance for evidence analysis and application aspects, including establishment mechanisms for monitoring and improving performance. * Partner with staff and committee members to lead incorporation of new systematic review tools and techniques into the evidence analysis methodology, ensuring consistency of processes, templates and documentation across all documents. * Interpret literature search results and respond to stakeholders’ input and questions. Identify and refine evidence related to the topic to support effective participation in meeting discussions relating to clinical and methodologic issues. * Provide expertise on guidelines to ACOG staff and support staff research projects through literature searches, focus groups and subject matter expert input. * Partner with internal teams to ensure that training and support is in place for authors, committee, and staff, including areas of complex methodology. * Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: * Familiarity with medical databases, such as Medline, evaluation software such as Covidence, and reference organizing software such as RefWorks and EndNote. * Strong understanding of the role of evidence analysis and application in medical guideline development. * In-depth knowledge of research methodology, tenets of evidence-based medicine, statistics, and medical terminology. * Excellent verbal and written communications skills and knowledgeable about current issues related to women’s health. * Ability to work independently, adhere to timetables and prioritize, organize, and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. * Ability to interact with a variety of levels of professional personnel. * Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or other related software.  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: * Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in epidemiology, public health or other health sciences preferred. * Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in an evidence-based clinical guideline standards and methodologies, application of relevant software, and medical information retrieval, analysis, interpretation.   Salary Range $75,000—$85,000 USD Our Perks Paid Parental Leave – Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace –  Flexible work schedule –  Commuting Allowance – Generous Paid Time Off – Holiday Pay – Life Insurance – Community Volunteering Opportunities – Generous 401(k) Company Contributions – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Learning Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement – Company-Sponsored Team Outings – and more! 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