Researcher II-OB/GYN (Knoxville)
- Employer
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Market Range: 09Hiring Salary Range: $20.36 - $24.43/Hourly THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION. Job Summary/Essential Job Functions: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, this position works independently and as part of a large multi-disciplinary team to plan, maintain, and complete all phases of the research program funded by a Merck Investigator initiated project. Duties include developing complex research protocols, designing, and managing a large research database, and using sophisticated statistical software to clean and analyze complex data. Also performs literature reviews, holds responsibility for scientific writing and reporting, and makes presentations for conferences and/or professional organizations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Designs and oversees an extensive research database using sophisticated statistical software to clean and analyze data. Provides scientific writing and reporting efforts and making presentations for conferences and/or professional organizations.Ensures all research is consistent with compliance standards and participates in the synthesis of data collected at the institution and statewide levels. Completes grant-related progress reports and forms. Confers with principal investigator to develop plans for research projects, the basic objectives, and broad approach required to research. Collaborates with the principal investigator and other research team members to research, modify, and develop methodologies contributing to the overall research objective.Participates in face-to-face and video-conferencing research team meetings.Works with OBGYN residents and faculty on project-related research pursuits. Assists in providing work directions for students and other research staff. Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Public Health, Science, Statistics, Epidemiology, or related study. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years’ relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. (Experience in the evidence of research or quality improvement project experience in women's health preferred).KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Advanced knowledge of epidemiological research design and methods of analysis in the research field.
- Skill in designing and managing an extensive research database.
- Advanced skills and techniques of compilation and analysis of complex research data.
- Excellent organizational, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to interpret results and translate into recommendations and to compile information into report form.
- Ability to work with little supervision and knowledge of human-subjects research.
- Knowledge of research procedures and knowledge of institutional review board and research protocol compliance.
- Ability to create manuscripts from data and documents for publication in peer review journals and presentations at local, regional, and national conferences.
- Skill in performing advanced statistical analyses.
- Ability to complete a project from beginning to end with little to no supervision.
- Knowledge of the peer-review publication process.
Job: Research Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-Knoxville
Organization: Knox Obstetrics & Gynecology
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Feb 26, 2021, 9:36:59 AM
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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