Staff Research Associate - Neurosurgery (Part-time, Limited)

The Staff Research Associate (SRA) will be responsible for
conducting scientific research projects related to neurosurgical oncology under
the supervision of the senior research staff and the principal investigator,
Dr. Kunal Patel. Responsibilities include independently performing basic
science experiments in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of
researchers, students, clinicians, and clinical staff. The SRA will use
software programs including but not limited to the electronic medical record
(EMR), Graphpad Prism, R programming, Microsoft Office Suite, and BioRender for
data preparation, processing, and analysis and will provide detailed
evaluations and presentations of research findings to the laboratory team.
Additional responsibilities include maintaining inventory records and
overseeing the maintenance, calibration, and routine inspection of laboratory
equipment and materials. The SRA will also assist with the preparation of grant
applications and progress reports, as well as the submission, renewal, drafting,
and editing of correspondence related to the research program. The ideal
candidate must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including day, night,
and weekend shifts, as research activities are often coordinated with clinical
procedures and patient availability. Prior experience in scientific research,
including data analysis, coding, and the development of research workflows, is
highly preferred.