PS Research Scientist

Company: University of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah ( HCI )is an NCI Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.

• World-renowned research - more genes for inherited cancers have been identified at HCI than at any other place in the world! Genes responsible for breast, ovarian, colon and melanoma cancers.
• 456,000 sq. ft of research space
• One linear mile of cancer research labs
• 177 Research Teams
  Seeking a doctoral-level Research Scientist for community-engaged cancer prevention and control research. The successful candidate will assist Dr. Rachel Ceballos with planning, implementation, and evaluation of cancer health equity research in close collaboration with community partners to improve health outcomes of people who are medically underserved, and communities historically disproportionately affected by cancer. Our team uses mixed-methods and community-engaged approaches to study the psychosocial impacts of cancer, improve cancer screening rates, deliver culturally appropriate cancer education, and support cancer survivors, among other areas of focus.
  
  Dr. Ceballos's team works closely with the Huntsman Cancer Institute's Office of Community Outreach and Engagement ( OCOE ). Huntsman Cancer Institute's COE efforts - which aims to improve knowledge and health behaviors through screening, risk reduction interventions, prevention education, promotion of clinical trials, and engagement in research. The OCOE conducts community-engaged clinical, population, and implementation science research that focuses on health inequities, behavioral risk factors, cancer and chronic disease, screening, and vaccination. Special populations of interest include Latinx, American Indian/ Alaska Native, African American, LGBTQ+, low socioeconomic status, and rural/frontier.
  
  Developing research projects in scientific design, oversees project implementation, data collection, data analyses, and interpretation, presenting results and publishing manuscripts.
  
  Collaborating with data in diverse, community-based settings in both rural and urban areas throughout Utah and the five-state (Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming) Mountain West. Occasional evening and weekend hours as well as frequent regional travel to community partner sites. This requires flexibility and ability to drive one's own vehicle and University vehicles. Daily tasks can be done in a hybrid working environment, with a mix of in-person commitments, regional travel, and tasks that can be completed virtually.
  
  HCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring individuals whose merit and experience promote a diverse, inclusive, anti-racist workforce and culture. Each employee has a unique background and life experience. We believe that maximizing diversity fuels the success of our organization. In your cover letter or during your interview, we invite you to share how your background, beliefs, and experience will prepare you to be effective in working in an environment that values diversity and is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more about HCI's commitments at huntsmancancer.org/edi and/or contact HCI's Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
  Huntsman Cancer Institute ( HCI ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring individuals whose merit and experience promote a diverse, inclusive, anti-racist workforce and culture.
  
  Each employee has a unique background and life experience. We believe that maximizing diversity fuels the success of our organization. In your cover letter or during your interview, we invite you to share how your background, beliefs, and experience will prepare you to be effective in working in an environment that values diversity and is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  
  Learn more about HCI's commitments at huntsmancancer.org/edi and/or contact HCI's Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Responsibilities
  • Develops scientific research projects and acts as a principal investigator or co-principal investigator.
  • Adapts and documents methods to accomplish scientific objectives and cultural competency.
  • Identifies and implements creative solutions to overcome problems.
  • Organizes, interprets data, and derives study conclusions.
  • Manages and trains research staff to achieve research goals.
  • Collaborates with internal and external investigators on multiple research projects ensuring scientific rigor.
  • Summarizes results of clinical studies in the form of scientific abstracts and manuscripts.
  • Serves as a resource to provide clinical, community-based, and scientific information needed for various initiatives.
  • Contributes to teaching activities by preparing and presenting educational seminars.
  • Assists with preparation of grants and manuscripts.
  • Build and maintain academic, clinical, and community partnerships to enable access to and delivery of culturally appropriate, evidence-based cancer information and education, to underrepresented communities (e.g., African American, American Indian, Asian, Latinx, LGBTQ+, Pacific Islander, seniors, adolescents, and young adults) in the Mountain West.
  • Contribute to the identification and creation of internal practices to enhance community engaged research, clinical, and outreach efforts of Huntsman Cancer Institute.
  • Engage with community leaders to increase awareness of Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission, programs, and services.
  • Work internally with administrative, clinical, research, and education staff to develop and implement evidence-based screening and prevention interventions including but not limited to, presentations, health events, webinars, social media, study recruitment, etc.
  • Utilize research methods to collect, analyze, and report data, including working with the University of Utah Internal Review Board and with principal investigators and researchers.
  • Evaluate research and public health data to inform ongoing program planning and intervention efforts.
  • Serves as a resource to provide clinical and scientific information needed for various initiatives.
  • Assists with grant preparations by researching background, significance, and planning statistics.
  • Researches and stays current with project-related scientific literature.
  • Demonstrate high proficiency in written and verbal communication.
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational, planning, and critical thinking skills.
  • Maintain current Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative ( CITI ) certification, in addition to HIPAA , and related Clinical Trials trainings.
  • Will be asked to perform all the tasks listed above at the highest level.
    Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
    
    Problem Solving This position may be involved with problems requiring modifications of scientific methods. This position is required to efficiently manage several research coordinators and associates as well as to allocate resources to address the needs of ongoing research projects, including clinical trials. Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Often: Local travel to community partner sites. Seldom: Nationwide travel for conferences and research collaboration activities.
    
    Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or other scientific discipline in a related field plus four years of experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
    
    This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
    
    Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences Type Special Instructions Summary Additional Information The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Director/ Title IX Coordinator
    
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    Online reports may be submitted at The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
    • * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
      • Yes
      • No
      • * Indicate the number of years of experience that you have in developing scientific research projects, acting as principal or co-principal investigator, managing a research staff, and/or delivering formal presentations or educational seminars:
        • Less than 2 years
        • 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
        • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
        • 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
        • 8 years or more
        • Which pronouns do you prefer that people use for you?
          • She, her, hers
          • He, him, his
          • They, them, theirs
          • Ze, hir, hirs
          • Just my name, please
          • Do you have any current relatives working in HCI?(Open Ended Question) Required Documents
          • Resume Optional Documents
          • Cover Letter
          • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
          • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 - Member Copy 4) - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 University Human Resource Management
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