Post Doctoral Scholar - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Inside Higher Ed; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer research institution in Ohio is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar to conduct research on supportive care for cancer patients. The successful candidate will have a Doctoral Degree and may have experience in clinical research, with responsibilities including qualitative analyses, manuscript preparation, and training staff. This position offers an opportunity to work within a unique and prestigious cancer center affiliated with a major public university.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required with a focus in research.
• Experience in clinical or patient-oriented research is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research related to supportive care for individuals with cancer.
• Engage in qualitative interviews and analysis.
• Prepare manuscripts and grants.

Skills

Clinical research experience

Qualitative analysis

Manuscript preparation

Education

Doctoral Degree in an appropriate discipline

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Post Doctoral Scholar - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department: Medicine | IM Medical Oncology

Location: Olentangy River Rd, 3650 (2520)

Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Responsibilities

• Post Doctoral Scholar to pursue specialized research training and experience under the guidance of a scientific mentor; conducts research related to supportive care, including but not limited to pain, in individuals with cancer.
• Additional areas of focus may include prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of substance use and use disorders in people with cancer, behavioral intervention development/testing, and implementation science.
• Responsibilities may also include participating in qualitative interviews and analyses, participating in other study design and analysis, preparing manuscripts and grants, and training others (e.g., students, staff) in relevant methods and procedures.

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in an appropriate discipline is required.
• Previous experience in clinical research is desirable, particularly patient-oriented research.

Additional Information

The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.

Eligibility and Compliance

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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