Paid Research Position Available
We have an opening for a full-time paid research fellowship position in the Pancreaticobiliary Department at one of the top 3 ranked institutions in GI by US World News and World Report. This position involves research training for a period of one year starting ASAP. I am the current research fellow and will be leaving for personal matters. We are looking for excellent candidates who are interested in academic medicine in gastroenterology. For those who are interested, please send me an email with your questions and PDFs of your most updated CV and a letter of intent to the following email: [email protected]
Pls label the email as:
Research Fellowship Letter of Intent
I am not allowed to further elaborate on any specifics because this is a non-official job description, but I will try to answer your questions via email.
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The postdoctoral position is a full-time appointment for one year and is renewable dependent on the applicant’s progress. Research postdoctoral may have already completed training in or plan to apply for clinical fellowship during their tenure as a postdoctoral scientist. This is a non-clinical position. Applicants must have a proven track-record of academic interest during previous training. Applicants should have an aptitude to learn to design experimental protocols, including detailed data collection, and analysis. Knowledge of safety standards, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), research ethics, human subjects protection, and other mandatory training will be required to commence the job. This program is intended to prepare the individual for a career in academia in medicine, and more specifically in gastroenterology. Scientists will receive hands-on training in writing protocols, manuscripts and grant applications, and in conducting clinical research, with an emphasis on increasing independence.
Postdoctoral scientists are encouraged to apply for Master’s Degree in Health Deliver Science. The position will attempt to pay part of tuition costs of this degree. This will be on case-by-case basis and will be based upon the candidate’s performance and experience. Salary will commensurate with ACGME (Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education) PGY-level status. A comprehensive benefits package will be offered.
Physical Demands: (e.g., lifting, standing, walking) Ability to lift 30 pounds
We have an opening for a full-time paid research fellowship position in the Pancreaticobiliary Department at one of the top 3 ranked institutions in GI by US World News and World Report. This position involves research training for a period of one year starting ASAP. I am the current research fellow and will be leaving for personal matters. We are looking for excellent candidates who are interested in academic medicine in gastroenterology. For those who are interested, please send me an email with your questions and PDFs of your most updated CV and a letter of intent to the following email: [email protected]
Pls label the email as:
Research Fellowship Letter of Intent
I am not allowed to further elaborate on any specifics because this is a non-official job description, but I will try to answer your questions via email.
For more information, please see below:
About the Research Group
The pancreaticobiliary research group comprises a group of world-class clinicians and researchers, and up-and-coming investigators who are interested in understanding disease mechanisms, early diagnosis, effective managements, and outcomes in upper gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and upper GI cancers. The goal is to decrease morbidity and mortality of patients from these diseases by improving early detection and in providing effective and evidence-based management.About the Position
Research scientists are chosen from among the best of future researchers with special interest in pursuing an academic career in the evaluation and treatment of pancreatic disorders. The postdoctoral scientist may have a background of internal medicine, gastroenterology, hepatopancreaticobiliary surgery, radiation oncology, or oncology. The postdoctoral scientist will be exposed to cutting-edge topics and research methods in this area.The postdoctoral position is a full-time appointment for one year and is renewable dependent on the applicant’s progress. Research postdoctoral may have already completed training in or plan to apply for clinical fellowship during their tenure as a postdoctoral scientist. This is a non-clinical position. Applicants must have a proven track-record of academic interest during previous training. Applicants should have an aptitude to learn to design experimental protocols, including detailed data collection, and analysis. Knowledge of safety standards, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), research ethics, human subjects protection, and other mandatory training will be required to commence the job. This program is intended to prepare the individual for a career in academia in medicine, and more specifically in gastroenterology. Scientists will receive hands-on training in writing protocols, manuscripts and grant applications, and in conducting clinical research, with an emphasis on increasing independence.
Postdoctoral scientists are encouraged to apply for Master’s Degree in Health Deliver Science. The position will attempt to pay part of tuition costs of this degree. This will be on case-by-case basis and will be based upon the candidate’s performance and experience. Salary will commensurate with ACGME (Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education) PGY-level status. A comprehensive benefits package will be offered.
Physical Demands: (e.g., lifting, standing, walking) Ability to lift 30 pounds
Responsibilities
- Acquire thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research study design, data collection and analyses
- Maintain appropriate experimental records and documentation, and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator
- Develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols
- Analyze, interpret, summarize and compile data
- Assist research coordinator/ research associate and other research members
- Mentor and assist residents/ fellows in completion of research projects
- Attend and participate in relevant clinical conferences
- Prepare literature reviews, background research, and other draft content for grant proposals and academic papers
- Draft project reports, research protocols, and other project documents
- Standardize and manage large datasets
- Write a Grant proposals and work towards funding proposed research
- Attend academic development program
Qualifications
- MD/DO/MBBS/ or other terminal degree in the study of medicine.
- Strong academic record
- Strong interest in research in GI
- Knowledge of clinical study designs
- Strong English oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Basic skills in data analysis software
Preferred
- Graduate-level coursework in research methods, epidemiological methods, data analysis, and/or grant writing
- Excellent English oral and written communication skills
- Prior experience in clinical research
- Prior research or professional experience related to data management and statistical analysis
