Research Assistant, Surgical Innovation Lab, UMKC School of Medicine

Company: University of Missouri - Kansas City

Job Location: Kansas City, Missouri

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Hiring Department

University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine (SoM)

Surgical Innovation Lab

UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Job Description

The Surgical Innovation Lab ("SurgiLab") is dedicated to improving surgical safety and education by addressing errors through innovative techniques, communication research, and human factors analysis. The ideal candidate will have excellent time management and organizational abilities, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a bachelor's degree in STEM or another relevant field.

Key responsibilities of a Surgical Innovation Lab Research Assistant:

• Conduct research on surgical performance, safety, and education (including simulation-based experiments)
• Submit and manage Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and amendments
• Record and analyze audio and video data in operating rooms
• Conduct interviews with surgical staff and transcribe qualitative data
• Design and implement research protocols and experimental studies
• Organize and maintain secure databases and participant information
• Code behavioral and observational data for analysis
• Create visuals including tables, diagrams, and research posters
• Perform literature reviews and assist with manuscript and abstract preparation and grant submissions
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet evolving research goals
• Assist with supervision of Medical Student Research Elective
• Organize and submit IRB submission protocols

As the job evolves the Research Assistant is expected to complete other research related duties as needed and assigned that may not be specifically listed above.

This is a full-time, benefit eligible, unranked, academic position.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM, behavioral science, or health-related field
• Familiarity with research design and methodologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Time management and organizational skills

Preferred Experience:

• Audio/video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro or similar)
• Experience with survey tools (e.g., Qualtrics, REDCap)
• Experience working in clinical environments or with interdisciplinary teams

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

As a UMKC Research Assistant you have the opportunity to expand on your education using the remarkable tuition discount for employees.

Application Materials

To be considered, you must complete the application at www.umkc.edu/jobs including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of references)

If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu include the name of the position.

Other Information

For more information regarding Dr. Sutkin, visit: https://research.umkc.edu/surgilab/people/gary-sutkin

To learn more about the SoM Surgical Innovation Lab, visit: https://research.umkc.edu/surgilab/