Research MD Fellow J1 Temp Scholar

Overview

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Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, (~~~) St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.

We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute (~~~/) , Norton Thoracic Institute (~~~) , Cancer Center at St. Joseph's (~~~) , Ivy Brain Tumor Center (~~~/) , and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (~~~) (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph's is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital's patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph's.

U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.

St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies (~~~/) .

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Responsibilities

Our Neurovascular Research Program is seeking a Research MD Fellow to join our team! The candidate will work on research projects related to stroke anesthesia vascular diseases or trauma. The candidate will be involved in the basic and translational research projects that utilize pre-clinical models cell-culture archived de-identified human and animal tissues and other techniques. In addition the candidate will be required to attend training courses on Animal Care Use of Radioisotopes and other subjects that are pertinent to the research projects. In addition to the seminars hosted by Hashimoto lab the candidate will participate in St. Joseph's Hospital and Barrow Neurological Institute courses. There will be no direct patient contact.

J-1 research scholars will perform tasks that are consistent with Dignity's J1 "Research Scholar" programs. The specificity of the tasks will be determined by Dignity Health. Under the J-1 program, a research scholar may stay in the U.S. for up to five years. However, Dignity has complete discretion of determining the exact length of any J-1 research scholar's stay in the U.S., including the initial period of stay and whether there will be any subsequent extension. The J1 scholar will engage in laboratory research under the direction and guidance of a faculty member, developing skills necessary for success as an independent investigator.

Qualifications

Minimum Required

Experience

Laboratory research at the post-baccalaureate level with an interest in a faculty member's line of study

Beyond minimum requirements, experience writing research reports concerning own work and familiarity with a biomedical discipline

Education

MD degree or equivalent in a relevant field of endeavor

Special Skills

Basic computer skills, Familiar with mathematical, scientific reasoning. Solid oral and written communication skills

Proficient in computer skills, mathematical and scientific reasoning. Has strong oral and written communication skills

Training

Relevant medical specialization

Technical and/or conceptual expertise in a relevant field

Pay Range

$19.73 - $27.13 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.