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Medicine - Nephrology and HypertensionJob Duties Outlined:
Research Overview: Design and conduct research studies and interpret data under the mentorship of the Principal Investigator (PI).
Work independently and collaboratively on research projects.
Participate in the design and execution of observational studies, clinical trials, and implementation research related to vascular and kidney disease.
Conduct data collection, management, and analysis using clinical and population-based datasets.
Contribute to the development of study protocols, manuals of procedures, and regulatory documentation.
Assist with preparation of grant proposals and scientific manuscripts.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date research documentation in accordance with study and institutional requirements.
Expectations: The Post Doctoral Fellow will be expected to complete research projects under the guidance of the faculty mentor; analyze and interpret study results; prepare publication-quality manuscripts, including tables and figures; and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
Review and synthesize relevant scientific literature to inform study design and interpretation.
Develop research questions and contribute to study design and analytic strategies.
Engage regularly with the PI, faculty mentors, and research team to discuss study progress, design considerations, and interpretation of results.
Present research aims and findings at departmental seminars and at local and national scientific meetings.
Prepare abstracts, posters, and manuscripts as first author when appropriate.
Compliance: Attend and maintain compliance with all required University and Department orientation and training sessions; adhere to IRB, data security, and research compliance requirements; and participate in departmental seminars and regular research meetings.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Education: PhD or equivalent experience in public health, psychology, dementia, geriatrics, hypertension, kidney disease, or other health-related field.
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.
Preferred Qualifications
Work Experience:
A record of publications or scientific writings as demonstrated by application materials.
Experience with SPSS or other statistical software.
Skills
Organization
Communication
Critical thinking
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Interpersonal skills
Collaboration
Computer skills
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Minimum
$58,656.00Midpoint
$69,328.00Maximum
$80,000.00