The research assistant will have the chance to aid attending physicians in completing research projects, contributing to publications, and presenting research findings at various conferences.Position Details:
- Title: Clinical Research Coordinator
- Duration: 1 year
- Location: Southern California
- Start Date: Approximately June 2024
- Compensation: Monthly salary provided
Prerequisites for the position include:
- Availability to start on campus within the specified timeframe
- Completion of the third year of medical school before the start date (the research year will be undertaken between the third and fourth years)
- Strong desire for a career in Orthopaedic surgery and/or Anesthesiology
- Demonstrated interest in research with a solid academic record
- Exceptional organizational and detail-oriented skills
- Effective communication abilities
- Ability to self-manage and work independently
- Capability to work efficiently with clinical staff and interdisciplinary teams
- Residency in the United States
Research responsibilities include:
- Coordinating research projects led by principal investigators
- Obtaining patient consent for studies, conducting follow-ups, and administering research-related forms and exams
- Entering data into electronic medical record (EMR) platforms and uploading research documents
- Enrolling patients in the research database and maintaining lists of surgical research cases
- Submitting protocols to the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
- Drafting, editing, and producing Orthopaedic and Anesthesia manuscripts and abstracts, as well as preparing posters and presentations for conferences
- Collaborating and coordinating projects with attending physicians, fellows, residents, and other research personnel
Benefits of the position include:
- Expectation of multiple papers, abstracts, and presentations accepted or in publication by the end of the research year
- Enhanced competitiveness for Orthopaedic Surgery and Anesthesia residency positions
- Opportunities to collaborate with professionals in multiple departments within Orthopedics and Anesthesia to create new projects
- Access to Orthopaedic and Anesthesia Grand Rounds and Conferences
- Possibility to present research at national Orthopaedic Surgery and Anesthesia conferences
Interested candidates should email the following documents to the research team at
[email protected]:
- A brief cover letter outlining their background and interest in the position
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) confirming USMLE / COMLEX Step 1 pass
- At least one letter of recommendation from a medical school faculty member
- Research Experience and Familiarity with Research Methods (Preferred)
- Projected start date for the position in May/June 2023
Applicants will be contacted upon receipt of their application and will be considered on a rolling basis. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity.
