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We have an opening for a paid research fellowship position for 1 year at a well-known academic hospital which is rated among the top 5 in GI by US World News. The fellow will work predominantly in the interventional GI arena and will be mentored by well-known and established names in the field. Our area of research is on pancreas with an interest in other interventional endoscopy procedure outcomes. Our ideal candidate should have good academic skills with an interest in research and gastroenterology. If the fellow is interested in a 2 year position, that can discussed. In that event, the department will pay a significant portion of the tuition for a Master's degree in Health Delivery Sciences. This will be decided on a case-by-case basis. Funding for this position has been secured for the next 10 years and we plan to accept a new fellow every year.
To apply for this position: Pls contact me with a CV at
[email protected]. Please send a 100 to 200 word personal statement on what you hope to achieve in this position.
Position start date: 07/01/2020 (flexible).
Here is a description for the position:
About the Research Group
The 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 Sciences. 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 per the institution's human resources departmental policy.
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
EEO / AA / F / M / Veteran / Disabled
The institution will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
