Research Fellow Knowledge Donor

About the Role

As a Research Fellow, you will perform research tasks consistent with our Knowledge Donor program, contributing to ongoing and future projects under the direct guidance of clinical and operational leadership. This role focuses on developing essential skills and expertise for a successful career as an independent investigator or advanced researcher. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to rigorous scientific inquiry, continuous professional development, and collaborative work.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of study protocols, including coordinating data collection activities, ensuring adherence to standardized procedures, and maintaining secure data management systems in compliance with institutional requirements.
• Conduct systematic literature reviews on assigned research topics, synthesize findings, and prepare annotated bibliographies or literature summary documents to support grant development, protocol refinement, and manuscript preparation.
• Assist with quantitative and qualitative data analysis under faculty supervision, including data coding, transcription management, preliminary statistical calculations, and preparation of data summary tables and visualizations for research reports.
• Support the preparation and submission of IRB applications, continuing review documents, and study-related compliance materials; maintain records of regulatory approvals; and flag emerging compliance issues to the faculty lead.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation by organizing data, creating tables and figures, formatting references, managing revisions, and supporting the submission and tracking process for peer-reviewed publications.
• Create and maintain detailed records of research activities, outcomes, and interim findings; prepare progress reports for stakeholders, funding agencies, and institutional leadership; and ensure proper archival of study documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

About the Workplace

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ, is a 571-bed nonprofit founded over 125 years ago by the Sisters of Mercy. SJHMC is a global destination for specialized care, known for its mission of humankindness and commitment to healing.

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

SJHMC fosters a culture of excellence and well-being, emphasizing professional and personal growth within a collaborative community dedicated to global health.

Pay

$20.91 - $29.54 per hour.