Research Assistant - Department of Radiology

Position Overview

A Research Assistant position is available in the Division of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Imaging in the Department of Radiology at the University of Iowa. The position supports a broad research program in the Moreira Bello Laboratory, focusing on computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) acquisition, image processing, and artificial intelligence (AI) systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs research activities based upon protocols developed by other research staff or principal investigators of the research project.
• Reads and reviews articles as directed.
• Analyzes literature to develop hypotheses for discussion with other researchers.
• Experiments, investigations, evaluations.
• Reads and understands protocols.
• Arranges and plans daily activities to prepare for research protocols.
• Sets up and operates research materials or equipment.
• Performs procedures ensuring fidelity to protocols.
• Recruits, consents, and enrolls research subjects; performs various tasks in the research environment (lab, clinic, field, classroom).
• Adheres to safety and compliance guidelines.
• Captures, records, and consolidates data as directed by the Principal Investigator.
• Tracks the progress of research activities.
• Adheres to Quality Assurance protocols to maintain the validity and integrity of research data.
• Troubleshoots, analyzes, and proposes modifications to protocols; performs complex techniques per protocol; tests and evaluates current procedures.
• Presents results at team and departmental meetings.
• Collects, analyzes, summarizes data; prepares reports; contributes to manuscripts, publications.
• Collects and tracks data.
• Performs data entry for reports and maintains records of methods used.
• Contributes to the technical writing of papers, manuscripts, grant applications, and published materials.
• Presents results/findings at team and departmental meetings.
• Makes recommendations regarding the validity of research subjects and data.
• Submits routine IRB, ACURF or similar protocol submissions, if applicable.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiology, Radiologic Science, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum (1-3 years) experience conducting clinical research.
• Minimum (1-3 years) experience participating in clinical research studies.
• Minimum (1-3 years) experience in thoracic/chest imaging.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Minimum (1-3 years) experience working independently.
• Minimum (1-3 years) experience with attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Minimum (1-3 years) experience demonstrating successful teamwork.

Desirable Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Radiology, Radiologic Science, or related field.
• Working knowledge and experience with CT (Computed Tomography) technology.
• Working knowledge and experience with MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) technology.
• Experience publishing articles, books, or other scientific research related to Radiology.

Application Process

To be considered, applicants must upload a resume and a cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. For questions, please reach out to Mason Garcia at mason-garcia@uiowa.edu.