Oncology Research Fellow

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital,dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a project lead to oversee execution of an existing low grade ovarian cancer program – this involves meeting milestones and deliverables, troubleshooting, working with physician lead, physician extentders, other research staff and sponsors, etc. Establish an IRB-approved registry to best track patients participating in clinical trials and research initiatives.  Serve as the author of high quality manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed scientific journals (goal is 1 first-author submissions per year) using available resources Assist in manuscript preparation and abstract presentation that will be presented at national and international meetings from current initiatives and clinical trial findings.  Help develop concepts into protocols to formulate best practice implementations. Establish an educational outreach platform working with local health care providers and community organizations to increase awareness about the research initiatives and clinical trial studies currently available.  Participate in tumor boards, travel/attend relevant conferences, and attend research meetings and service line meetings as directed by physician lead. Assist general research operations in the lab, which includes miscellaneous scientific, administrative, and educational activities.

Minimum Qualifications:. 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a BA, BS, or equivalent degree Experience conducting research within a clinical or preclinical setting Statistics training and experience Presentation at local or regional scientific meetings Evidence of peer-reviewed scientific journal publications ( Excellent written and verbal communication skills  Efficient and hardworking approach Ability to think creatively, adapt quickly, and work independently Excellent scientific and technical writing skills Excellent team player, collaborator, and contributor to the larger goals of the research from an operational level Impeccable attention to detail is a critical part of this position Ability to prioritize and handle multiple and competing deadlines Demonstrated ability proficiency in quantitative research skills  

Benefits:

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Pet Insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for selected positions and more! Share