LUCOM Medical Student Fellow - Research Lab

The responsibilities of the incumbent will vary depending on the faculty mentor and could include computational processes, interacting with humans subjects, or handling animal models of human disease. Initially, it is expected that the incumbent will work directly with the faculty mentor to develop necessary skills and competencies. With time, it is expected that the incumbent will function independently to complete assigned work and assist in teaching and training other students.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and supervision of the Dean, Department Chair, or Professor to whom assigned.
• Be present for all necessary events put on by the department and the Graduate School.
• Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the Graduate Assistantship Handbook; uphold the Graduate Student Honor Code; LUCOM Student Handbook maintain agreement with the Liberty University Doctrinal Statement
• Conduct approved research/publication projects over course of the academic year.
• Additional responsibilities/requests as appointed by the Supervising faculty or Chair
• Participants must pass COMLEX-I on the first attempt (may be selected for the program prior to this requirement, but if the requirement is not met, the participant must step down).
• Consistent with LUCOM policy requirements of all students, Fellows must sit for COMLEX-I no later than June 30th of their OMS-II year of study.
• Participants must never have been on suspension and/or probation. Good academic standing is required.
• Please note that MSFs will be considered to be enrolled half-time, making them eligible for loans if desired. LUCOM tuition and fees will be waived for the fellowship year only.
• Resignations before the completion of the MSF contract may result in ineligibility for re-hire until the next contracted academic year.
• Students can apply for conference presentations through the LU Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.
• Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks/projects and other responsibilities.
• Active participation in a LUCOM faculty member’s research program/project under the direction and mentorship of the faculty member.
• Compliance with all training/certification required for engagement in research activities (e.g., CITI training modules).
• Familiarity and compliance with LUCOM research policies and standard operating procedures.
• Conduct an approved research/scholarly project over the course of the academic year with an approved LUCOM mentor.
• Attend and participate in special events/programs, including the Biomedical Frontiers Seminar Series, LUCOM Research Day, Medical Ethics Symposium, Research in Progress meetings, and others as identified by the fellow and mentor.
• Additional responsibilities/requests as appointed by the Supervising Faculty or Chair.

Qualifications, Credentials, and Competencies

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Good standing in LUCOM and successful completion of OMS I and OMS II curriculum.

2. Passing of COMLEX Level One.

3. Understanding of experimental and analytical research.

4. Proficient with Microsoft Excel.

5. Competency in Report writing.

6. Competency with Public speaking.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Strong research background.

2. Teaching experience in the research fellow’s specialty area.

3. Experience coordinating research grant projects.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language.
• Ability to perform many tasks in a short period of time.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staffs at all levels.
• Ability to prioritize and organize numerous and varied assignments.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices, conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of siting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
• Maybe required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies to include, but not limited to pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Office, e-mail, etc.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting.  It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.      

Driving Requirements

May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices, conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.

Time Type

Part time

Location

Lynchburg - In Office

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