Research Scholar
Eastern Virginia Medical School · Norfolk, VA · 3 wk ago
AnalystFull-time
About the role
A Research Scholar will be assigned to work on Obstetrics and Gynecology research projects.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate understanding of scientific method with respect to assigned project(s).
- Performs literature search applicable to assigned project(s).
- Develop investigative strategies with regards to project of study.
- Propose and gain approval of the scientific protocol with regards to the investigative review board, and other research committees.
- Identify, extrapolate and analyze data outlined in assigned protocol(s).
- Conduct experiments proposed in protocol(s).
- Correlate findings with what has been previously published, and publish contributions to the research.
- Contribute to department clinical trials through subject screening, recruitment, informed consent, follow up visits, and data entry.
- Participate in educational conferences.
- Acquire ultrasound knowledge through research activities.
- Screen the EMR as permitted for patients who meet any study criteria.
- Call patients or approach them in clinic about studies.
- Review informed consent with patients/enrolling them in studies.
- Randomize subjects to study drug.
- Perform blood draws and specimen processing/shipping.
- Chart abstraction from EPIC and data entry.
- Taking vitals like blood pressure, height, weight, waist circumference.
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications: Degree in Medicine.
- Preferred Qualifications: 2 years of related research experience or equivalent experience preferred.
Skills
- Knowledge of ultrasound equipment and software.
- Experience with subject recruitment and informed consent.
- Knowledge of Microsoft computer software.
- Statistical skill is preferred.