Pre-Doctoral Research Fellow

Job Summary:  The Section of Pediatric Plastic Surgery in the Division of Plastic Surgery and Department of Surgery has an opening for a full-time (1.0 FTE) position at the rank of Research Fellow. The Division is committed to improving the health of children by fostering and promoting a culture of academic and clinical excellence. We are committed to enhancing diversity among our faculty and strongly encourages individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

The selected candidate will report to the Head of Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Dr. Phuong Nguyen, and will be expected to produce 2-3 podium presentations, 5 publications, and at least 1 first authorship. This position will commit to at least one year of employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Authoring scientific abstracts and manuscripts.
• Presenting results at institutional and national conferences.
• Constructing and submitting grant applications to local and national funding agencies.
• Developing Internal Review Board applications for research studies.
• Coordinating ongoing research projects.
• Maintenance of clinical and research databases.
  • Education:  Current Medical Student with interest in eventual matriculation into plastic surgery residency

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:  Current Medical Student with interest in eventual matriculation into plastic surgery residency

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in an academic or research environment.
• Previous experience performing statistical analyses for clinical research.
• Previous experience leading scientific manuscripts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated skills in problem solving.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other members of a research team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Motivated, strong work ethic, attention to detail, interest in learning new skills and scientific discovery.

Diversity and Equity:  

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and                         supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to      promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

ADA Statement:

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Background Check Statement:

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