Faculty.Scholar.Visiting at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Medicine, Division of Malignant Hematology/Medical Oncology, is seeking qualified and trained MD candidates to fill a part-time, paid Visiting Research Scholar position. The overall goal is to provide the Scholar with an opportunity to acquire new skills through research activities that will contribute to the academic environment and ultimately enhance the Scholar's ability to develop a career in academic medicine. Screening of patients for liquid biopsy protocols, consenting and inclusion in biomarker protocols, preparation of blood collection, shipment, documentation and data extraction from Redcap. Support of data analyses and publication process.
The required qualifications include:
1) The visiting scholar title must be a trained MD
2) Ability and desire to acquire new research skills through focused research activities that complement the Scholar's clinical interests.
3) Excellent organizational skills, ability to conduct independent research, and a collaborative aptitude for team projects.
4) Capability to expand skills toward independently conducting, disseminating, and leading research. These skills will be accomplished through self-directed, active learning.

The required duties and responsibilities include:
1) Screening of patients for liquid biopsy protocols,
2) Consenting and inclusion in biomarker protocols,
3) Preparation of blood collection, shipment, documentation and data extraction from Redcap.
4) Support of data analyses and publication process.

Note: The Visiting Research Scholar will not be involved in the delivery of clinical care. Any patient-related research shall occur entirely within the context and scope of IRB-approved research projects and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and institutional rules and policies.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and apply to requisition number 26000275
via: https://www.join.pitt.edu. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity, EOE, including disability/vets.

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