Research Associate - ENT

Overview

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed – our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, innovate. We believe each award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of devoted employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job participates in the conduct and daily operations of biomedical research projects in collaboration with physicians, scientists, or other leaders. The role assists in all aspects of research data or specimen collection, processing, and analysis; makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets results; prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses; maintains familiarity with current scientific literature; investigates, creates, or develops new methods and technologies for project advancement;

assists in grant writing; prepares research manuscripts, scientific reviews, abstracts, and posters for publication or presentation; and participates in scientific conferences, seminars, and training programs.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required – Bachelor’s degree in sciences, computer science, data science, social sciences, mathematics, analytics, artificial intelligence, public health or related fields.

Preferred – 1 year of experience in biomedical research.

• Basic knowledge of biomedical research processes.
• Ability to learn project management and time management skills.
• Ability to develop medical writing skills.
• Basic analytical skills.
• Ability to read papers and present in organized manner.
• Ability to learn project-relevant applications.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills.

• Facilitates research projects and initiatives.
• Helps collect, record, and evaluate research data.
• Recruits, consents, or interviews research participants.
• Collects data directly from participants.
• Pulls data from electronic health records.
• Processes images.
• Communicates with and presents plans to team members.
• Stays current with scientific and medical literature related to research projects.
• Helps organize and publish research data in the form of abstracts, presentations, and journal or book articles.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population with respect for privacy and appropriate communication.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the…