The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery of the University of Missouri-Columbia is pleased to announce the opening of Research Specialist position within the department.
Position: Research Specialist
Duration: 1 year
Salary: Yes
When: Beginning Approximately June 1, 2016
Where: The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Missouri Orthopaedic Institute (MOI), University of Missouri
Ideal candidates:
Pursuing a career in research, and/or
Medical school graduates or current 4th year medical students possibly seeking future residencies
Duties of the Research Intern:
Coordinate all aspects of assigned research projects
Prepare research protocols/applications (IRB, IACUC, HIPAA, etc.)
Identify, consent, and act as a resource for study participants
Collect data on research subjects via review of patient charts, imaging, follow-up visits, etc.
maintenance of databases
Needed traits:
Interest in research
Strong academic record
Extremely organized
Detail oriented
Takes responsibility for positive work atmosphere
Articulate and communicative
Intrinsically motivated
Contributes to the rewarding MOI team culture
Benefits of the position:
1. Clinical trial research front-line experience, including protocol development/design, IRB regulations, research best
practices, database management
2. Surgical procedure observation (project permitting)
3. Attendance welcome at Orthopaedic Grand Rounds, Resident Conferences, Journal Clubs, and Cadaver Labs
4. Collaborate/build relationships with providers, fellows and residents
Candidates should send a cover letter and CV to:
Lori Clark, RN, Associate Director, Program/Project Operations: CLARKLO@health.missouri.edu.
Please include STEP scores.
