Research Analyst

Department

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY (IN-ORTS-IUINA)

Department Information

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) is seeking a Research Analyst to join our team. The Indiana University School of Medicine is the largest medical school in the United States and is consistently ranked among the nations top medical schools by U.S. News & World Report. With more than 60 academic departments and specialty divisions across 9 campuses, as well as strong clinical partnerships with Indianas leading hospitals and physician networks, IUSM advances its mission to prepare healers and transform health in Indiana and beyond. The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is dedicated to providing collaborative, innovative, and comprehensive clinical care, research, and academic training for the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons. Our nationally recognized faculty specialize in a wide range of orthopaedic subspecialties and remain committed to advancing excellence in patient care, education, and research.

Job Summary

• Performs highly complex and intricate laboratory experiments.
• Leads protocol development, data analysis and report preparation.
• Maintains safety records and ensures safety/compliance procedures and protocols are followed.
• Hires, trains, and supervises lab staff and student employees; assures observation of safety policies.
• Maintains fiscal accountability of the program and approves all expenditures for the lab.
• May develop, prepare, and coordinate grant applications and grant-related activities to obtain funding for research projects and related work.
• May present research findings to staff, leadership, and external partners.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION / WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• Masters degree in science related field plus 3 years of research experience; OR
• Bachelors degree in science related field plus 6 years of research experience.

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Possesses a high degree of initiative.
• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents.
• Must have an understanding of scientific theory and practical knowledge methodology.

Working Conditions / Demands

The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Indianapolis, Indiana

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Advanced

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Analysis

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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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