The Research Associate will work directly under the Director of Clinical Research.
This position is for an MD/DO who is interested in and competitive for Orthopaedic Surgery Residency.
The Research Associate will:
- Facilitate and coordinate multiple ongoing studies
- Work closely with undergraduate students, medical students, residents, and faculty as part of a team of researchers
- Delegate roles amongst students, residents, self
- Write/ edit scientific manuscripts
- Work with a PhD biomechanical engineer and a biomechanics lab
- Dissect and prepare cadaveric specimen for testing
- Assist with submission of research projects to peer reviewed journals and keep up to date with all current submissions to journals
- Coordinate /prepare presentations of research to annual meetings for orthopaedic surgery related research
- Work closely with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) in making sure studies are properly reviewed and approved
- Assist in resident and medical student meeting registration and presentations
- Assist in collaborative projects with the LSU Ortho Biomechanics lab and Tissue Regeneration Lab
The work hours are generally Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Additional hours may be required.
Regular attendance is required to perform the functions of this position.
Start date is firmly June 1, 2025. (May be able to start some remote work early, but this would be unpaid and only by request)
Qualifications:
- A medical doctorate degree from an accredited university (must have prior to start date)
- USMLE STEP 1 & 2 scores that are competitive for Orthopaedic Residency
- Would be beneficial if you are proficient in statistical analysis, though it is not required. Include this in your application along with which statistics software you are familiar with.
Perks
- Research Associate’s office is grouped with the ortho faculty offices and resident workrooms
- Can attend journal club and resident education
- Free on-campus parking provided
- Health/Life Insurance (Starts at beginning of month 2 of employment)
- Including vision and dental options
- Retirement plans with contribution matching
- Competitive pay – $35,000-$55,000 (depending on experience)
- Will work in biomechanics lab and with cadaveric specimens
- Reimbursement for travel and expenses related to research conferences and presentations
- Get to work at a level 1 trauma center / tertiary referral center
- Shreveport is a moderately sized city with much to offer
- Affordable housing
- Airport that connects to all major hubs
- Can live close to hospital
- Minimal traffic
- Lakes and rivers nearby for fishing/watersports
- Thriving young medical community
- A variety of craft breweries and Cajun restaurants
- 6 large casinos in town
- Festivals and cultural events (Mardi Gras, etc.) take place throughout the year
- Close drive to Dallas (3 hours) and New Orleans (5 hours)
Position History
- 100% match rate - position started in 2021
- Current position holder
- 10 manuscripts submitted before ERAS deadline
- 3 manuscripts accepted for publication before ERAS deadline
- Several poster presentations prior to ERAS
Application
- Follow the link below to apply though the LSU Job Board Portal
- Include USMLE scores and all past research experience/publications in your CV
www.lsuhsc.edu/shv/CareerOpportunities/Home/Detail/5537
If you have any questions, please contact Baraa Shihadeh at:
[email protected] 
