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Korn Ferry

Anesthesiology Physician

Roanoke, VA

$342K/yr

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Critical Care Anesthesia, a passion for teaching and research, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care in a critical care setting.

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An Anesthesia Research job involves studying anesthetic techniques, medications, and patient outcomes to enhance safety and effectiveness in medical procedures. Professionals in this field conduct clinical trials, analyze data, and develop new anesthesia methods. They work in hospitals, universities, or research institutions alongside anesthesiologists and scientists. The goal is to improve patient care, minimize risks, and advance medical knowledge related to anesthesia.

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Professionals in Anesthesia Research often split their time between designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, and preparing research findings for publication. Daily tasks may include coordinating with clinical staff to enroll patients in trials, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring all research complies with ethical standards. Many also participate in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss results and plan future investigations. This collaborative and varied approach helps drive advancements in anesthesia techniques and patient safety.

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To thrive in Anesthesia Research, you need a solid background in biomedical sciences or medicine, advanced knowledge of anesthesia practices, and strong analytical skills, often supported by a relevant graduate degree (e.g., MD, PhD, or MS). Familiarity with laboratory management systems, statistical analysis software, and compliance with research ethics and clinical trials protocols is typically required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for designing rigorous studies, ensuring data integrity, and successfully advancing innovations in anesthesia care.

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Research Assistant - Anesthesia, Smith Lab

Research Assistant - Anesthesia, Smith Lab

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

405th of 534 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The Research Assistant will work in a research lab focused on the acute inflammation and endothelial response to acute surgical stress. Clinical outcomes of interest include postoperative acute kidney injury and delirium. Study techniques include clinical studies of surgical patients, in vivo mechanistic studies (mice), and in vitro human primary cell experiments. The successful candidate should have experience in an academic medical-science focused laboratory with a wet-lab component, along with excellent record keeping ability and organization skills. Prior experience with wet-lab methods including but not limited to next-generation sequencing and data analysis, spatial transcriptomic sequencing and analysis, single-cell studies, cell culture, DNA/RNA work, and animal husbandry (mice) is highly desired, but not a requirement.
What you will do:

   Read and understand existing experiments in support of ongoing research projects based on knowledge of scientific theory. Interpret and perform analyses of results
   Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and related research
   Offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols 
   Contribute to publication of findings as needed. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals
   Assist with general lab maintenance as needed; assist with maintaining lab stock, assist with management of chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed


For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.


About The Department of Anesthesia:
The Department of Anesthesia provides exceptional patient experiences and a positive work environment through excellence, compassionate care, continuous improvement, innovative research, and collaborative learning.
 

What you will need:

Required Qualifications:
   Bachelor's Degree in related scientific field
   General understanding of scientific principles.
   Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge of science principals to problem solve work
   General computer skills and ability to quickly learn computer programs, databases, and scientific applications
   Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work


Desired Qualifications:
   A Bachelor of Science related to molecular medicine or related discipline or equivalent experience
   Two years' experience
   Experience in wet-lab methods
   A reference from the principal investigator on the applicant's work during their most recent laboratory experience
   Experimental design, execution of plan and presentation of data to team
   Utilization of good documentation practices

Dual Postings:
The department intends to hire for one position from either: Research Assistant - Anesthesia, Smith Lab #25006461 or Research Associate - Anesthesia, Smith Lab #25006460, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both.
 

Position and Application details:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:
Resume
Cover Letter


Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.


Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.


This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.


For additional questions, please contact Charlie Miner at charlie-miner@uiowa.edu.
 

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