University of Iowa Research · 4 days ago
Research Assistant (Ortho)
Iowa City, Iowa, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expUniversity of Iowa Research is seeking a Research Assistant to contribute to the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation by conducting clinical orthopedic total joint research. The role involves performing research activities, coordinating study patients, analyzing literature, and preparing reports while working closely with the principal investigator and orthopedic residents.
Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform research activities based upon protocols developed by the principal investigator of the research project or other department research staff, working closely with orthopedic residents on their projects
Will need to coordinate escorting study patients from clinics to the OFIRL (Orthopedic Functional Imaging Research Laboratory)
Read and review articles as directed. As individual skills develop, analyze literature to develop hypothesis for discussion with other researchers or principal investigator
Read and understand protocols. As individual skills develop, troubleshoot and analyze protocols; propose modifications to other researchers or principal investigator
Arrange and plan daily activities to prepare for research protocols. As individual skills develop, perform complex techniques as outlined in research protocols and test and evaluate current procedures
Record and consolidate data as directed by Principal Investigator (PI). Track progress/success of research project
May present results at research meetings
Develop and monitor quality controls
Collect, track, and perform data entry for reports. Prepare materials for reports. As skills develop, analyze data. Prepare bibliographies and abstracts for publications
Position may require some evenings and weekends during deadline season
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering or other STEM field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
1-3 years of experience conducting clinical research
Experience working with statistics and large database datasets
Proficient in MS Office computer software applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail, ability to multi-task, organize priorities, and work independently to meet deadlines
Preferred
Master's degree in a science or public health field desired
Working knowledge of University policies, procedures and regulations
Working knowledge of human physiology/anatomy, pharmacology, or orthopedics, particularly joint arthroplasty
Experience with coordinating randomized controlled trials and the monitoring/reporting associated with those studies
Experience working with software applications related to research
Familiarity with Patient Reported Outcome Measures and related research
Ability to work well within a cohesive team
Company
University of Iowa Research
The Office of the Vice President for Research is committed to forging new frontiers of discovery by providing resources and support to researchers and innovators at the University of Iowa, to promote a culture of creativity that enriches the campus, the state, and the world.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase