Interventional Radiology Research Associate-27117

About the role

The Interventional Radiology Research Associate supports a variety of clinical and academic research projects within the Department of Interventional Radiology at Rush University Medical Center.

Responsibilities

• Mentor 1–2 medical students during a structured 6-month research period.
• Mentor IR/DR residents and medical students, providing research guidance and mentorship.
• Coordinate clinical trials, including patient screening, recruitment, and follow-up.
• Contribute to departmental research activities such as data collection, analysis, and manuscript development.
• Collaborate with faculty on both prospective and retrospective, outcome-based studies, including investigator-initiated, industry-sponsored, and NIH-funded trials.
• Ideally, have a background in Radiology or Interventional Radiology, prior experience in a clinical or academic research environment, and experience with statistical analysis, manuscript preparation, abstract development, and grant writing.
• Work closely with faculty on projects that involve artificial intelligence applications in Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology.

Requirements

• A Medical Degree (MD).
• Knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulatory requirements, and IRB protocols.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and mentoring skills.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Ability to work 8 hours daily in a hospital, ambulatory clinic, and computer-based setting.

Qualifications

• A background in Radiology or Interventional Radiology is preferred.
• Experience with artificial intelligence applications in Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology is preferred.

Skills

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Effective communication and mentoring skills.
• Experience with statistical analysis, manuscript preparation, abstract development, and grant writing.
• Interest or experience in artificial intelligence applications in Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology.

Benefits

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries determined by various factors such as education, experience, and internal equity. For more information, visit our Rush benefits page at this link.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $20.00 - $30.00 per hour, with offers varying based on individual circumstances.

Schedule

The role is full-time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0), with a shift of 8 hours (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM).