Post Doctoral Fellow Clinical Research

Primary City/State

Gilbert, Arizona

Department Name

BMDACC Gateway Oncology-Rsrch

Work Shift

Day

Job Category

Physicians

Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that’s why we work hard every day to make a difference in people’s lives. We’ve united under a common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. It’s a lofty goal, but it’s one we’re committed to seeing through. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people’s lives – and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now.

The postdoctoral fellow will work in the Surgical Oncology setting and will be responsible for analysis of database, design investigator initiated trials under supervision.

Schedule: This is a full-time schedule: Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.

Banner Alzheimer's Institute (BAI) was established in 2006 as Banner Health's first Center of Excellence. Banner Sun Research Health Institute (BSHRI) was founded in 1986. Our team is uniquely, passionately, and strategically committed to ending Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders without losing another generation and to providing an unparalleled model of care for families facing this devastating disease. Banner Research is committed to improving people's lives through comprehensive patient care and advances that capitalize on the best biomedical research. We intend to make a transformational difference in Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders research and care.

Position Summary

This position assists in conducting innovative, high-quality research and/or clinical trials, including the planning, design, and execution of the research. Additionally, the position may provide clinical services under the direct supervision of a licensed physician. This is is a time-limited, one year post-doctoral educational/training fellowship.

Core Functions

• Under the supervision of the Primary Investigator, may lead portions of research projects, including planning, designing, conducting, analyzing and interpreting innovative research.
• May participate in grant writing.
• Collects, organizes and records data for manuscript preparation. Participates in the preparation of timely reports on the research findings in the form of peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations.
• May engage in new or existing clinical research projects under the mentorship of research faculty.
• Works collaboratively with other researchers across the system. Customers are both internal and external, including but not limited to, facility personnel and leadership, department heads, and other allied health personnel. External communications include presentations to research and health care professionals, as well as lay people of varying educational and professional backgrounds. The position requires strong initiative, excellent networking capabilities and creative problem-solving skills.
• Under the direct supervision of a licensed physician, may provide high quality medical care in the clinical setting, demonstrating sound knowledge of medical specialty. Ensures that accurate, essential information is captured for patient history and chart review.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an approved school of medicine with licensure in state where he/she practices (MD or DO).

Requires commitment to healthcare and concern for people in distress, critical listening skills and ability to communicate clearly, desire to work with all types of people and work as a team member and excellent interpersonal skills.

Must possess knowledge of laboratory techniques, research methods, and data collection. Requires strong communication, organization, and data analysis and evaluation skills. Must be able to maintain good rapport with other departmental personnel.

Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this specific facility.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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