Working title:

Clinical Nutritionist & Database Manager

Official title:

SENIOR SCIENTIST(E10BN) or ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST(E10FN) or ASSISTANT SCIENTIST(E10LN)

Degree and area of specialization:

Ph.D. in nutritional science, health science or related field is required.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

At least two to three years of research experience in an academic medical setting with experience in clinical nutrition and knowledge of regulatory requirements. Must have outstanding administrative skills, organizational abilities, and computer skills.

Principal duties:

The Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, is looking to hire a Scientist who will work with the Principle Investigator on a well established research program that studies high nutritional risk in surgical patients and measures the clinical response to specific therapy designed to reduce complications. The incumbent will work to update and improve an already existing clinical database for monitoring study results. They will be responsible for maintaining all patient-related research documentation, as well as create IRB protocols and maintain IRB approval by submitting continuing review documentation. In addition, this position will work independently and consent patients for research studies. The incumbent will be involved in the generation of research questions, execution of studies, and evaluation of research data in collaboration with biostatisticians. The successful candidate, in conjunction with the PI, will write grant applications for extramural funding to support the program. The candidate will also be expected to publish and present research results at local, regional and national meetings.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION

Application must be received by: JULY 01, 2008

HOW TO APPLY:

Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #58197 to