What are the responsibilities and job description for the (Hybrid) Research Assistant - Department of Otolaryngology position at West Virginia University?
West Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Research Assistant with the Department of Otolaryngology
About The Opportunity
The Department of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck surgery at WVU is seeking applicants for a research position for a period of 12 months. The position will assist in research activities with faculty mentors from the respective specialists in the department. The expectations are that they will be involved in research activities in collaboration with faculty, residents as well as other learners and students in the department.
At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:
The expectations are that they will assist in and be involved in research activities in collaboration with faculty, residents as well as other learners and students in the department. Research activities involve the below projects but not limited to:
The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.
The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.
Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic environment is core to WVURC’s mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.
West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
Job Posting
Mar 21, 2025
Posting Classification
Research Corporation
Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full-time
About The Opportunity
The Department of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck surgery at WVU is seeking applicants for a research position for a period of 12 months. The position will assist in research activities with faculty mentors from the respective specialists in the department. The expectations are that they will be involved in research activities in collaboration with faculty, residents as well as other learners and students in the department.
At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:
- 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
- PTO
- 403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC)
- A range of health insurance and various other benefits
- Dependent Education Scholarship
- WVU Perks
- And More!!
- Assist in research related to obesity and its relationship with Tongue base obstruction in pediatric DISE
- Assistant in research related to respiratory phase–related variation in oropharyngeal obstruction in children with obstructive sleep-disordered breathing
- Assist in research related to SNOT-22 study
- Bachelor’s degree
- A minimum of 0-6 months skills needed to complete research activities.
- Experience with Microsoft Office – Excel
- Good communication skills
- Attention to detail
The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.
The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.
Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic environment is core to WVURC’s mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.
West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
Job Posting
Mar 21, 2025
Posting Classification
Research Corporation
Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full-time
