Postdoctoral Fellow - Cardiovascular Medicine at University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, Texas

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The postdoctoral fellow will conduct, report and present research in his/her field of study under the supervision of a faculty mentor. This is a training position, and is not expected to be a permanent position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The postdoctoral fellow assists PIs in the conduct of on-going research projects (investigator and industry initiated). Duties include executing on-going protocols for clinical trials as well as assisting in the collection/analyzing of clinical data for on-going QI and database research projects. Preferred qualifications include: Familiarity with data handling regulations around medical data and research data (e.g., HIPAA and IRB), experience with data management (e.g., REDCap), and the ability to work well in a diverse team environment.

• Identifies and recruits clinical research subjects for participation of studies, collects data, and monitors enrollment goals.
• Under the direction of the PI, assists with the creation of research presentations and manuscripts.
• Assists with grant/protocol preparation and submissions to IRB, OCR or OSP under the direction of the PI. Documents and maintains IRB approval.
• Assists with creation and maintenance of clinical and research databases in conjunction with the database manager.
• Assists with collection, documentation, and storage of clinical and research data.
• Assists with administrative tasks around research protocols including sample collection and shipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D., M.D. or Doctoral equivalent in any field. Scientific research experience.
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Attention to detail

SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.

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