Research Assistant Professor

Job Summary

This role includes a CDU College of Medicine faculty appointment. Please ensure to include the following in your application; application will not be considered unless all requested documents are attached:

• Academic Curriculum Vitae (as an attachment): CV format template can be found at the following link: CV Template.pdf
• Academic Credentials (as an attachment) – Medical License, Cert/Training, Board(s) Certificate(s) and Fellowships (if any).
• List of 2-3 Evaluators (Provide contact information for evaluators/references during application questions)
• Personal Statement (as a one page attachment): Personal Statement format template can be found at the following link: Self-Statement Sample.pdf

  Responsibilities And Essential Duties

  Design and plan research in collaboration with the Principal Investigator
  Organizing and implementing complex research plans, the development of methods of research, testing and data collection, analysis and evaluation, and writing reports containing descriptive, analytical and evaluative content.
  Responsible for conducting analyses and submission of findings for peer review publication.
  Provide formal mentorship support to students and trainees.
  Enhance opportunities for students and trainees to participate in research when possible.
  Designs, analyzes, implements, and reports findings on targeted statistical research studies; provides consultation to investigators and researchers on experimental design and statistical research approaches, requirements, and scientific standards to advance medical knowledge and improve research in public health.
  Works with investigators to formalize analysis plans and reporting specifications; advises as to choice of statistical analysis strategies, reliability of measurements and identifiability of models, and interpretation and presentation of statistical results.
  Builds and sustains collaborative relationships with individuals in different disciplines and serves as subject-matter expert for research teams, internal and external committees, and other constituencies and collaborators.
  Plans and documents computer data file structure; develops, programs, manages, and maintains complex statistical databases; performs or supervises data entry.
  Conduct literature searches, gather and summarize relevant findings from the published scientific literature.
  Engage weekly meetings with PI and other research team members.
  Assist with writing papers for submission to peer-reviewed journals.

  Other Duties And Responsibilities

  Performs other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications/Requirements

  • EDUCATION: MD, PhD or equivalent degree from an accredited institution required.
  • Experience: Three (3) years as a postdoctoral fellow and experience in an academic research laboratory.
  • KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY/SKILLS: Knowledge of scientific approach and methodologies; Knowledge and understanding of the principles, concepts, methods, and standards of statistical research; Protein and RNA extract from mouse tissues and mammalian cells; Mammalian tissues cultures; iRNA transfection in vivo and in vitro; Real time RT-PCR; Western blot; Immunohistochemistry; DNA cloning and plasmid purification; Perform animal studies including diabetic animal model generation and treatment; Animal tissue collection; Knowledge of scientific reporting and manuscript preparation requirements and standards; Ability to work in a team environment to design, analyze, and report on research projects; Strong analytical communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills; Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise; Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize projects; In-depth knowledge and understanding of probability and medical statistics theory; Knowledge of data management principles and regulatory requirements for clinical trials and medical research; Strong focus and quality and timely delivery of work.

  Physical Demands

  Occasional stooping. Frequent standing. Constant walking, sitting, climbing, reaching high/low levels, finger movement, feeling, speaking clearly, hearing conversationally, and seeing far and near.

  Mental Demands

  Frequent work on a variety of unrelated tasks. Constant calculating interrupted work, work on a variety of interrelated tasks, and use of sustained concentration, reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity.

  Special Requirements

  As a health professions institution of higher education, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science seeks to protect the health and safety of the University community. As a condition of enrollment and employment, students, faculty, and staff must comply with the current CDU COVID-19 requirements as described on the CDU COVID-19 webpage. Please visit the CDU Return to Campus website https://www.cdrewu.edu/covid-policy/ or email the Campus Nursing Office at nurseofficer@cdrewu.edu.

  EEO Statement

  Charles R. Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status.