POSITION SUMMARY:  Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Research Associate provides operational support to the laboratory. The Research Associate will perform research experiments as defined by the PI.   This is an open-rank posting (there are 4 levels of Research Associate) - candidates will be hired into the level commensurate with their experience.   The Research Associate I will perform research experiments as defined by the PI. www.umassmed.edu/buccilab

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GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the general direction of the Medical Director, Director, or designee, the Physician Advisor is responsible for reviewing applicant medical records and making a clinical determination of eligibility for applicants seeking benefits and/or long term care services based on clinical guidelines.  The Physician Advisor also provides clinical guidance reviewers and quality improvement initiatives as appropriate.

Under the general direction of the Senior Associate or designee, the Medicaid Eligibility Consultant II will assist in the development of contracts with state agencies; both in and out of state. The Medicaid Eligibility Consultant II should be an insightful, detail-oriented professional with Medicaid-related experience, excellent analytical and organizing skills who is able to apply that skill set to support both Medicaid Eligibility and Program Integrity Initiatives as well as the design, development and implementation of Medicaid eligibility systems.

Under the general direction of the Senior Associate or designee, the Medicaid Eligibility Consultant II will assist in the development of contracts with state agencies; both in and out of state. The Medicaid Eligibility Consultant II should be an insightful, detail-oriented professional with Medicaid-related experience, excellent analytical and organizing skills who is able to apply that skill set to support both Medicaid Eligibility and Program Integrity Initiatives as well as the design, development and implementation of Medicaid eligibility systems.

Under the general direction of the Senior Associate or designee, the Medicaid Eligibility Consultant II will assist in the development of contracts with state agencies; both in and out of state. The Medicaid Eligibility Consultant II should be an insightful, detail-oriented professional with Medicaid-related experience, excellent analytical and organizing skills who is able to apply that skill set to support both Medicaid Eligibility and Program Integrity Initiatives as well as the design, development and implementation of Medicaid eligibility systems.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:   Under the general direction of the Director or designee, the SSP Program Coordinator conducts client case analysis, processes benefit eligibility determinations, and provides telephonic client assistance in a fast-paced, call-heavy environment.  The Program Coordinator will obtain, review, verify and process client information and determine eligibility.  The State Supplement Program (SSP) is a Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) program that provides approximately $200 million annually in cash payments to more than 190,000 low-income, aged and disabled...

We are accepting applications for the Mark Justin Kusek Colorectal Cancer Research Fellowship, a fully funded position in our Division of Colon & Rectal Surgery at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.   We are seeking candidates who will have completed a minimum of two post-graduate training years in an ACGME-accredited general surgery residency program by June 30, 2026.This includes recent general surgery residency graduates with a specific interest in innovative colorectal cancer care who are interested in pursuing an intensive research experience.   The position can be either a one-or two-year commitment, depending on the...

Postdoctoral Position in Population Genetics and Machine Learning of Autoimmunity   The Garber Lab at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our multidisciplinary team studying the genetic and molecular mechanisms driving autoimmune and inflammatory skin diseases. Our group integrates population genetics, statistical modeling, and single-cell and spatial multi-omics to understand how genetic variation and immune pathways converge to cause disease. We are a core component of the VIGOR study (vigor.umassmed.edu), a large-scale longitudinal study of vitiligo and related autoimmune conditions, and collaborate...

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager or designee, this position provides direct administrative support and services necessary for the completion of professional medical responsibilities and functions for DES’ skilled professional medical personnel (SPMP), i.e. DES Physician and Psychologist Advisors, Disability and Appeals Reviewers, Program Managers and the Clinical Manager. The Disability Assistant makes complex decisions regarding protected healthcare information, based on the Federal Health Information Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).  This position is responsible for exercising judgment on all administrative and clerical aspects of the case in...

Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, this position is responsible for the initial review and processing of all incoming and outgoing written and electronic correspondence, records, disability supplements, medical information, and related materials.   This position provides the primary mailing, receipt, review, and customer service functions for disability supplements (Mass Health or other agencies). Decisions made in this area directly impact the time line for the disability review process and for the determination of benefits for Mass Health and other agency applicants. Staff has frequent interaction with applicants, their representatives, hospitals and other...

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the general direction of the Program Manager or designee, the Disability Reviewer II leads and performs diverse work for multiple State disability determination agencies, Public Retirement Systems and assessments / reviews for the Office of Clinical Affairs and other UMass Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) entities or State agencies. These assessments may include the review of medical evidence, psychiatric evidence, vocational profiles, state statues and guidelines and any other pertinent evidence to determine whether an individual meets the standards in accord with applicable state and federal laws and...

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager or designee, this position provides direct administrative support and services necessary for the completion of professional medical responsibilities and functions for DES’ skilled professional medical personnel (SPMP), i.e. DES Physician and Psychologist Advisors, Disability and Appeals Reviewers, Program Managers and the Clinical Manager. The Disability Assistant makes complex decisions regarding protected healthcare information, based on the Federal Health Information Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).  This position is responsible for exercising judgment on all administrative and clerical aspects of the case in...

Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, this position is responsible for the initial review and processing of all incoming and outgoing written and electronic correspondence, records, disability supplements, medical information, and related materials.   This position provides the primary mailing, receipt, review, and customer service functions for disability supplements (Mass Health or other agencies). Decisions made in this area directly impact the time line for the disability review process and for the determination of benefits for Mass Health and other agency applicants. Staff has frequent interaction with applicants, their representatives, hospitals and other...

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Clinical Research Coordinator I is responsible for independently performing delegated tasks and procedures involving human subject research. This work includes coordination of regulatory activities and aspects of collection and management of data for research protocols related to treatment, ancillary services, and prevention practices.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Coordinator II is responsible for independently carrying out multiple complex and diverse research initiatives.     

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Clinical Research Assistant is responsible for performing delegated tasks and procedures involving human subjects in support of clinical research protocols.

The Director of Quality and Equity for MassHealth supports the Office of Clinical Affairs and MassHealth teams in the development and implementation of quality and equity programs including a broad range of quality measures to ensure compliance and promote quality for all applicable stakeholders, including state, federal, Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), acute hospitals, and members. The Director of Quality and Equity MassHealth reports to the MassHealth Chief Medical Officer/Director of the Office of Clinical Affairs (OCA) or their designee. Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and management of quality and equity programs...

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Laboratory Technician I, performs a variety of specimen preparatory techniques, dry lab data collection, and routine laboratory maintenance.    

Under the direction of Associate Vice Chancellor of Grants and Contracts Administration, Manager, Research Contracts is responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating research-related agreements on behalf of the institution. This position requires strong knowledge of contract negotiation practices and research administration. The manager will work closely with principal investigators, staff, sponsors, and collaborating institutions to ensure timely, compliant, and effective agreements that support the institution’s research mission.