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Research MD Fellow J1 Temp Scholar

  • St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center
  • Phoenix, Arizona
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The posted compensation range of $20.91 - $29.54 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job ID
2026-456238
Employment Type
Full Time
Department
Research-Neurosurgery Basic
Hours/Pay Period
80
Weekly Schedule
Monday - Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm)
Shift
Day
Remote
No
Category
Research

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Research Fellow, you will perform research tasks consistent with our Research Scholar program, with the specific duties determined to support ongoing projects.

Every day you will contribute to laboratory or other research environments under the direct guidance of a faculty member, actively developing the essential skills and expertise required for a successful career as an independent investigator or advanced researcher.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to rigorous scientific inquiry, continuous professional development, and collaborative work. Your dedication to your assigned research projects and personal growth within the program will be paramount.

  • Shows growth technically and intellectually and demonstrates capabilities to produce quality original research.
  • Develops well-defined objectives and beneficially contributes to mentor-directed research.
  • Is able to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
  • Conduct research to develop methodologies for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings to the scientific audience and general public.
  • Brings added value to the collective skill set in the mentor’s group.
  • The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Doctor Of Medicine or equivalent in a relevant field of endeavor and Laboratory research at the postbaccalaureate level with an interest in a faculty member’s line of study, upon hire 

Preferred

  • Doctor Of Medicine in a relevant field of endeavor and Beyond minimum requirements, experience writing research reports concerning own work and familiarity with a biomedical discipline
Where You'll Work

Hello humankindness Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona,St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s. U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital. St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies. Look for us on Facebookand follow us on Twitter. For the health of our community ... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus.

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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