Clinical MD Endoscopist and Clinical Researcher

UMass Memorial Health Care; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical MD Endoscopist and Clinical Researcher to join their team in Massachusetts. This role offers the opportunity to work independently as a lower endoscopist while dedicating time to develop and lead clinical research projects. Candidates will engage in designing research protocols, performing colonoscopies, and collaborating with medical students and residents. With a commitment to innovation and professional development, this position promises continuous growth and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge research in the medical field. If you are passionate about advancing healthcare and research, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of ACGME General Surgery training program required.
• Proficiency in colonoscopy and clinical research essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform screening and diagnostic colonoscopies at UMass Memorial.
• Design and implement research proposals focusing on colon and rectal surgery.

Skills

Colonoscopy

Clinical Research

Research Protocol Development

Data Analysis

Education

ACGME General Surgery Training

ACGME Colon and Rectal Surgery Residency

Non-ACGME Advanced Colon and Rectal Surgery Training

Job description

Clinical MD Endoscopist and Clinical Researcher

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UMass Memorial Health, the clinical partner of UMass Chan Medical School, is seeking a board eligible general surgery Clinical MD Endoscopist and Clinical Researcher. Completion of an ACGME General Surgery training program and preferably either an ACGME Colon and Rectal Surgery Residency program or non-ACGME Advanced Colon and Rectal Surgery training program is required. This is a one-year position working collaboratively and in conjunction with the Department of Medicine and Division of Gastroenterology.

This role is designed to work as an independent lower endoscopist at UMass Memorial while having dedicated time to develop research and implement clinical projects. The appropriate candidate will be responsible for helping to develop a research program in their field area and provide guidance to other support staff in the performance of protocol specific tasks working collaboratively with our research team, residents, and medical students. This role requires proficiency and independent skills in colonoscopy, knowledge of the development and operation of clinical and research protocols, and a baseline understanding of clinical research with the goal of leading projects from inception to publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Principal Duties And Job Responsibilities

• Clinical endoscopy practice performing screening and diagnostic colonoscopies and flexible sigmoidoscopies at UMass Memorial and our satellite endoscopy sites.
• Design, construct, and implement research proposals, protocols, and procedures, focusing on colon and rectal surgery topics.
• Assist with the analysis of research data in collaboration with Biostatisticians and the Research team.
• Prepare scholarly manuscripts and final study reports (where applicable) to communicate results of the research to the broader scientific community.
• Participate in and supervise data collection in collaboration with our research core staff including our residents and medical students.
• Participate in scientific presentations and publication of research data.
• Other duties and responsibilities as determined by the Chief, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery.

Why UMass Memorial

• Centrally located in Massachusetts, UMass is the premier health care system in the region, noted for our academic excellence and leading cutting-edge research.
• Many of our physicians serve as both clinicians at UMass Memorial Health and faculty at UMass Chan Medical School, working collaboratively to bridge the gap between clinical practice and academic research.
• Physician professional development is prioritized, ensuring continuous growth and learning opportunities.
• As a Lean organization, UMass Memorial Health is committed to constant innovation.

How to apply: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and a statement of research interests to Carmen Sanderson, In-house Physician Recruiter at [e-mail]. Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.