Research Fellow - Jeff Hwy - Full Time

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This job is responsible for supporting the Principal Investigator's (physician or scientist) efforts to 1) investigate scientific and medical questions; 2) collect and organize data; 3) prepare abstracts, presentations & manuscripts, 4) collaborate with and train other team members as necessary, and 5) disseminate and publish research results. The Research Fellow's primary role is to engage in clinical or laboratory research experiments. The Fellow should maintain impeccable records and provide copies to the Principal Investigator as necessary. The fellow is expected to think independently, troubleshoot technical problems and understand his/her experiments. He/she should read scientific literature and demonstrate an intellectual interest in the biomedical research projects. The Research Fellow should report any suspected research irregularities to the Office of Research Administration.
Education
Required - Doctoral degree (MD, PhD, DO)
Preferred - For PhD, area of study should be in a health related field.
Work Experience
Required - None
Preferred - Prior experience in biomedical research
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software packages specific to role.
• Basic knowledge of biomedical research processes, preferably through hands-on experience as a student or during post-graduate work.
• Ability to define project objectives, identify stakeholders, plan steps, and allocate resources to achieve objectives in a resourceful manner.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technical problems.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Good deductive and inductive reasoning skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good judgment.
• Basic project management skills.

Job Duties

• Executes research projects and initiatives.
• Collects, records and evaluates research data.
• Communicates with and presents plans/projects to team members.
• Stays current with scientific and medical literature related to research projects.
• Organizes and publishes research data in the form of abstracts, presentations and journal or book articles.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.
  The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
  Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
  Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
  Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
  Physical and Environmental Demands
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur.
The incumbent works with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases and may enter isolation rooms. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
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