Research Fellow, Department of Neurosurgery
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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University’s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.
Job Overview
As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine's doctors are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Neurosurgery is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff.
As one of the first surgical training programs in the country, UC continues to drive the direction in our field. Since 1948, University of Cincinnati Department of Neurosurgery has been the academic resource and leader for the region.
Our faculty consists of experts in every subspecialty of neurosurgery, providing residents with an in-depth understanding of any path they may want to pursue. Residents seek out our department for the depth and breadth they know they will receive. From a renowned cadaveric dissection lab to unlimited research opportunities, neurosurgery residents at the University of Cincinnati know they will have the resources to push themselves and the department to the next level.
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Research Fellow to join our dynamic Neurosurgery team at UC. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for individuals interested in advancing their career in research within the field of neurosurgery in translational, skull base, and neuro-oncology research. The Research Fellow will work closely with leading neurosurgeons and researchers to conduct innovative research projects aimed at improving patient outcomes and advancing surgical techniques.
Essential Functions
- Research Design and Implementation: Collaborate with the research team to design, develop, and implement research protocols related to neurosurgery. This includes formulating research questions, designing study methodologies, and ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and manage data from patient records, surgical procedures, and follow-up assessments. Perform statistical analyses and interpret results to draw meaningful conclusions.
- Literature Review: Conduct comprehensive reviews of existing literature to support research hypotheses and contextualize study findings within the current scientific landscape.
- Publication and Presentation: Prepare research findings for publication in peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences. Assist in the preparation of grant applications and research proposals.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work collaboratively with neurosurgeons, other staff, and research fellows. Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to interdisciplinary discussions to enhance research outcomes.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with institutional, local, and national regulations governing research. Maintain meticulous records of research activities and ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
- Perform related duties based on clinical need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree.
Additional Qualifications Considered
- Education: MD, PhD, or MD/PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Neurosurgery, Neurology, Biomedical Sciences).
- Experience: Prior experience in research, preferably in neurosurgery or a related field. Familiarity with research methodologies, data analysis, and trials is highly desirable.
- Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, or SAS) and familiarity with research databases. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Personal Attributes: High level of motivation, attention to detail, and a commitment to advancing the field of neurosurgery through rigorous research. Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Sitting - Continuously
- Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
- Hearing, listening - Often
- Talking - Often
- Standing - Often
- Walking - Often
- Bending - Often
- Stooping - Often
- Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
- Kneeling, squatting - Often
- Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
- Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
- Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Research Fellow, Department of Neurosurgery
Cincinnati, OH, US
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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