Neurosurgery Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

SMS-3836 SIU

Medicine - 3.4 Springfield, IL Job Details $5,290 a month 14 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program 403(b) Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Statistics Medical writing Doctor of Medicine Posters Medicine Quantitative applied research Clinical study protocols and reports Conference papers Faculty collaboration Experience working with graduate students Data quality assurance Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Scientific posters Doctoral degree in epidemiology Critical literature reviews Survival analysis Scientific research papers Research project design Collaborative research Research industry grant writing Records management Epidemiological study projects Public Health Doctor of Philosophy Scientific protocols Data quality monitoring Clinical program data analysis Statistical modeling Managing clinical research teams Doctor of Osteopathy Full Job Description Salary $5,290.00 Monthly Location Springfield, IL Job Type Principal Administrative Job Number 2402280 Department Surgery-SMS Division Neurosurgery Opening Date 08/28/2026 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit N/A Shift Days Exempt or Non_Exempt Exempt SMS/SWS# 3836 We recommend using the following browsers to complete the application:

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Google Chrome, Safari Description Lead clinical research initiatives under direction of the Division Chief of Neurosurgery, with emphasis on neurosurgical outcomes, glioma biology, neurotrauma, spine, and skull base research. Responsibilities include study design, data analysis, scholarly publication, grant development, and collaboration with faculty and trainees. Examples of Duties I. Research 75% A. Design and conduct retrospective clinical research studies utilizing EMR data and appropriate national or multicenter databases. B. Develop research questions, hypotheses, study protocols, data collection methodologies, and analytic plans in collaboration with faculty investigators. C. Lead and participate in systematic reviews and meta-analyses addressing clinically relevant questions and best practices in neurosurgical care. D. Conduct statistical and outcomes analyses using appropriate quantitative methods, which may include survival analysis, regression modeling, propensity score methods, and other advanced statistical techniques. E. Participate in prospective clinical research and clinical trials, including protocol implementation, recruitment activities, data collection, quality assurance, and monitoring. F. Analyze and interpret research findings in collaboration with faculty investigators and other members of the research team. G. Prepare manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed scientific and medical journals, with an expectation of sustained scholarly productivity and opportunities for first-author publication. H. Maintain a high output of first-author publications and present data at regional, national, and international scientific meetings, including neurosurgical conferences such as the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and American Association of Neurological Surgeons annual meetings. I. Develop innovative clinical and translational research projects in areas relevant to the Department of Neurosurgery, including glioma biology, neurotrauma, spine, skull base surgery, and neurosurgical outcomes. J. Identify potential sources of research funding and participate in preparation of grant proposals, fellowship applications, and career development awards. K. Collaborate with neurosurgery faculty, residents, students, statisticians, research personnel, and investigators from other departments or institutions to support multidisciplinary research. L. Maintain familiarity with current scientific literature and emerging research methodologies relevant to assigned areas of investigation. II. Teaching 10% A. Assist in the education and mentorship of medical students, graduate students, residents, and other trainees participating in neurosurgical research. B. Provide instruction and guidance related to research methodology, study design, literature review, data collection, statistical analysis, scientific writing, and presentation of research findings. C. Support trainees in the development and completion of abstracts, manuscripts, posters, presentations, and other scholarly work. D. Participate in research conferences, journal clubs, seminars, and other educational activities within the Department of Neurosurgery and School of Medicine as appropriate. III. Administration 10% A. Coordinate the operational aspects of assigned clinical research projects, including study timelines, documentation, data management, and communication among research team members. B. Assist with preparation and submission of Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, amendments, continuing reviews, and other regulatory documentation. C. Assist with coordination of prospective clinical trials, including study initiation, participant recruitment processes, regulatory compliance, and data monitoring. D. Maintain accurate research records and ensure that research activities are conducted in accordance with institutional policies, study protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements. E. Assist in identifying appropriate internal and external funding opportunities and preparing research grant and career development award applications. F. Participate in departmental research meetings and assist with planning and prioritization of ongoing research initiatives. IV. Service 5% A. Participate in departmental, School of Medicine, and university research-related activities as assigned. B. Contribute to departmental research conferences, scholarly activities, and collaborative initiatives. C. Assist with activities that promote the academic and research missions of the Department of Neurosurgery and Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. D. Represent the department through presentation of research findings and participation in appropriate professional and scientific organizations and meetings. Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MD, DO, or PhD in Clinical Research, Epidemiology, Public Health, or a related field. Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1 year of demonstrated experience in clinical study design, IRB protocols, and medical manuscript preparation. Proficiency in at least one statistical software package (e.g., SPSS). Exceptional writing skills and the ability to explain complex clinical data to both clinicians and researchers. Supplemental Information If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community. The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at https://www.siumed.edu/police-security. This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act." Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law. Pre-employment background screenings required.