Pediatric Surgery Research Resident

Position Description:

Every day, in ways both big and small, the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is impacting lives for the better. MCW … changemaking for a healthier Wisconsin. In the role of a Research Resident you will be working in Surgery.

Purpose

The Pediatric Surgery Research Resident is a dedicated trainee position designed to provide hands-on research experience in pediatric surgery and related fields. This role offers an opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research, contribute to scientific publications, and develop a strong foundation in research methodologies, all while being integrated into an academic surgical team. The position is intended for individuals pursuing a career in pediatric surgery or academic surgery.

Primary Functions

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to design and conduct research studies in pediatric surgery.
• Develop and refine research protocols, ensuring compliance with IRB and other regulatory agency requirements and ethical standards.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret clinical and experimental data using appropriate methodologies.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of research activities.
• Perform statistical analysis using software such as SPSS, R, or Python.
• Generate visualizations and summaries of data for reports and presentations.
• Draft manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, abstracts for conferences, and grant proposals.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences.
• Assist in preparing Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and other regulatory documentation.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

• Research Design and Implementation
• Data Management, Analysis, and Utilization
• Scientific Writing and Publication
• Collaboration and Communication

Preferred Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00

Position Requirements:

Specifications:

Minimum Required Education: MD

Minimum Required Experience: None

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at https://www.mcw.edu/departments/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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