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Dr. John Braun is seeking a highly motivated, unmatched 3rd or 4th-year medical student interested in a clinical research position in pediatric orthopedics and scoliosis surgery. Dr. Braun is a Pediatric Spine & Scoliosis Surgeon in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. He completed his MD at Cornell, orthopedic surgery residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery, and a spine surgery fellowship at the Twin Cities Scoliosis and Spine Center/University of Minnesota. His research interest focusses on novel minimally invasive, motion sparing surgery for anterior vertebral tethering.
This role involves close research and clinical collaboration with Dr. Braun and his team and offers opportunities to work alongside residents, fellows, research faculty, and clinical faculty at Massachusetts General Hospital. Clinical researchers can expect to contribute to multiple publications and gain valuable experience to strengthen their application for the orthopaedic surgery match.
Job Duties
* Enroll patients in prospective studies
* Collect patient data through clinical interactions and chart reviews
* Manage Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols
* Collaborate on and lead retrospective and prospective studies
* Assist with regulatory management of federally funded studies, including budget oversight, correspondence, and quarterly/annual report submissions
* Contribute to writing, editing, and submitting abstracts, manuscripts, grants, and patents
Education
3rd or 4th-year U.S. medical student or graduate
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
* Strong interest in pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery
* Excellent organizational and computer skills
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Ability to work independently and efficiently in a team setting
* Strong academic performance
* Statistical experience is preferred but not required
Summary
Job Summary
Following established policies, procedures, and study protocols, provides assistance on clinical research studies, including recruiting, evaluating, and consenting patients for studies; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; performing clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, etc.; maintaining and updating data generated by the study. Additionally, it provides input into determining study subject suitability and input into recruitment strategy. Performs data analysis, interpretation, QA/QC, and assists in completing reports and presentations.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
* Assists with determining the suitability of study subjects and acts as a resource for patients and families.
* Has input into recruitment strategies and may contribute to protocol recommendations.
* Administers scores and evaluates study questionnaires.
* Maintains research data, patient files, regulatory binders, and study databases.
* Performs data analysis and QA/QC checks and organizes and interprets data.
* Assists with preparation for annual review and assists PI in completing study reports and presentations.
* May assist with training and orientation of new staff members.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Science required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Related post-bachelor's degree research experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
* Ability to work more independently and as a team member.
* Computer literacy, analytical skills, and ability to resolve technical problems.
* Ability to interpret the acceptability of data results.
* Working knowledge of data management programs.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
32 Fruit Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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