Post Doctoral Research Fellow - BioEngineering

Job description

Department: 37403 WFUHS: Charlotte Campus - Surgery: Orthopedics Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Schedule Details: Full time Pay Range: $30.70 - $46.05 Job Summary: Assists in the design of and conducts research protocols in designated field of science. Disseminates research findings through publication of manuscripts and presentations to advance the science of the profession. Major Responsibilities: Collaborates with project teams in developing and implementing research plans and protocols, conducting analyses, and preparing reports, abstracts and manuscripts. Conducts research experiments and assures the validity and reliability of all collected data. In consultation with Research Scientists, monitors the operation of complex technical procedures and equipment. Assists in design and/or modification of experimental and routine research and/or patient-related testing procedures according to the needs of the department. Performs regular scientific literature searches and maintains current and complete literature referencing. Submits grant application(s) to obtain research funding and manuscript(s) for publication based on research project. Education Required: Doctorate Degree in Health Science or related field. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Previous knowledge in the designated field of science is required. Strong critical/analytic thinking and ability to communicate effectively. Understanding of good clinical practices and the laws, regulations, standards and guidance governing the conduct of clinical studies and the preparation of clinical documentation in support of regulatory submissions. Understanding of various computer systems and databases. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experienced in developing and delivering presentations, reports, and business correspondence. May require minimum of two peer-reviewed publications dependent on location. Ability to interact on a scientific level with medical staff and other researchers. Demonstrated effective organizational and time management skills, professional communications, and conflict resolution skills. Knowledge of scientific methodologies, procedures, and basic experimental theories/applications. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Exposed to normal office environment. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time as well as stand and walk throughout each workday. Ability to work some evening and weekend hours to accommodate research lab needs. Capable of using the hands for fine manipulation required for performing measuring/pipetting, operating laboratory and computer equipment. May be exposures to mechanical, electrical, chemical, biological, and radioactive hazards, therefore; personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary. May come in contact with animals/fur in some laboratories; therefore should not have allergies to animals/fur if hired for those sites. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.