Research Assistant Professor

Veterans in Healthcare; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX, invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery. The role focuses on assisting faculty with study design, data analysis, and quality improvement initiatives within funded research programs.

The position emphasizes manuscript preparation, grant writing, IRB coordination, and statistical interpretation, supporting DNP students and faculty across projects.

Qualifications

• PhD required with clinical research experience.
• Experience in a Clinical Department is required.
• Experience with a Clinical Research Institute is preferred.
• ECFMG Certification or Equivalency Certification required for foreign medical graduates.

Responsibilities

• Assist Faculty with study design and data analysis.
• Assist in writing and reviewing reports and manuscripts for publication.
• Evaluate program progress and assist with reports and amendments.
• Design and maintain databases for funded programs.
• Search grant opportunities and assist with grant applications.
• Provide statistics workshops and data management support.

Skills

Data analysis

Study design

Statistical methods

Grant writing

IRB applications

Manuscript preparation

Education

PhD

ECFMG Certification

Job description

46335BR

Research Assistant Professor

Surgery Dept Lbk Genl

Lubbock

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Medicine, Department of Surgery is dedicated to deliver exceptional, comprehensive, and holistic medical care. Our mission is to provide excellence in health care to humankind through education, research, patient care and service, accomplished with honesty, integrity, compassion, and intellectual curiosity.

Major/Essential Functions

• Assist Faculty with their study design and data analysis to answer to specific research and quality improvement questions. Provide expertise in the planning stages of research or quality improvement project, on data collection, on choosing and implementing appropriate methodologies, assist in determining sample techniques and interpreting results. Assist faculty and DNP students with their study design and data analysis.
• Assist in writing and reviewing reports and any manuscripts submitted for publication of study results. Assist in writing and reviewing reports, abstracts, and manuscripts submitted for government agencies, conferences, and publication.
• Evaluate the progress of funded programs and assist PIs on preparing reports, noncompetitive continuation applications, and implementation plans. Assist Pls/PDs with evaluation plan and progress report; Manage program required website; Prepare and submit required amendments, documents, and budget to funding agency.
• Design and maintain the databases used for capturing the required data for funded research/outreach programs. Design, create and maintain the databases for funded programs.
• Search grant opportunities, write grant proposals with Pls/PDs, prepare documents needed for grant applications, and submit grant applications to OSP. Assist faculty and DNP students and faculty members with their IRB applications. Assist grant applications and IRB applications.
• Assist faculty members with statistical interpretation and provide statistics workshops to faculty and DNP students. Provide statistics workshops for statistical analysis, data management, quality improvement, and other relevant topics to faculty and DNP students.

Required Qualifications

• PhD.
• Experience working with a Clinical Department.
• Experience working with a Clinical Research Institute.
• Foreign Medical Graduates Only: ECFMG Certification OR Equivalency Certification.

In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.

Required Attachments

Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary Commensurate With Related Education, Experience And/or Skills

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary Commensurate With Related Education, Experience And/or Skills

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Grant Funded?

Yes

Shift

Day