Research Analyst 1, Duke University School of Medicine

Duke University’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery has an immediate opening for a Research Analyst I.

Occupational Summary

A unique opportunity to partner with an academic orthopaedic surgeon to plan, organize and conduct cutting-edge translational research designed to improve bone healing in traumatically injured patients. Through in vivo and in vitro investigation, the research partner will perform a variety of complex and independent activities with the goal to make meaningful contributions to scientific discovery and innovation. This exciting position will foster opportunities for professional growth and personal enrichment as a lead role within a team of students, researchers, and clinicians.  >

 Work Performed

 Design, execute, and document in vitro an d in vivo experiments focused on understanding and improving bone healing with an emphasis on clinical relevance

Establish and maintain protocols consistent with best practices for basic and translational research

Collect, evaluate, and interpret data and prepare oral presentations or written reports detailing progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions.

Confer with the principal investigator to take a lead role in the preparation of manuscripts and proposals related to the scope of the lab.

Supervise the work of team members engaged in experiments and data collection related to the research investigation

Attend routine lab meetings and events in the spirit of teamwork, collaboration and collegiately

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.