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The Research Intern will assist in ongoing research projects within the GI Medical Oncology department. This role is designed to provide exposure to the research process, including study design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation, while ensuring compliance with institutional and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Complete required Human Research Subjects training and other compliance courses.

Participate in departmental educational activities, including Grand Rounds, study meetings, and research seminars.

Assist with data collection, literature reviews, and computational analysis for research projects.

Shadow and collaborate with the faculty mentor to understand clinical research workflows.

Observe and learn electronic health record navigation for research purposes (chart review, documentation).

Contribute to the preparation of research materials, reports, and presentations.

*LEARNING OBJECTIVES*

1-Understand Clinical Research Processes

Activities: Shadow faculty mentor and research team to learn the steps involved in developing and conducting clinical research projects, including protocol design, regulatory compliance, and data collection.

Expected Outcome: Intern will be able to outline the workflow of a clinical research study and identify key regulatory and ethical requirements.

2-Develop Skills in Computational Biology and Data Analysis

Activities: Participate in hands-on training using bioinformatics tools and computational methods to analyze genetic and molecular data related to cancer research.

Expected Outcome: Intern will gain proficiency in basic computational biology techniques and understand their application in oncology research.

3-Expand Knowledge of Human Research Regulations

Activities: Complete Human Subjects Research training and observe compliance processes during study coordination.

Expected Outcome: Intern will demonstrate understanding of institutional and federal regulations governing human subject research.

4-Gain Practical Experience in Clinical Trial Coordination

Activities: Assist with research documentation, patient chart reviews, and data entry under supervision; attend study meetings and departmental conferences.

Expected Outcome: Intern will be able to describe the role of study coordinators and contribute to research documentation tasks accurately.

5-Enhance Scientific Communication and Professional Development

Activities: Prepare summaries of research findings, participate in team discussions, and attend educational seminars and Grand Rounds.

Expected Outcome: Intern will improve written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to present research concepts clearly.

*ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS*

Hold a bachelor's or master's degree in biology, science, engineering field or bioinformatics.

*POSITION INFORMATION*

Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

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