Research Intern - Anesthesiology and PeriOperative Medicine

The Research Intern will support ongoing clinical and translational research projects examining the impact of perioperative interventions on outcomes in patients undergoing surgery for head and neck cancers. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical research design, data collection, statistical analysis, and interpretation of findings relevant to perioperative medicine and oncology. The Research Intern will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of anesthesiologists, surgeons, and data scientists to advance understanding of how perioperative care influences cancer recovery and long-term outcomes.

All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

(1) Gain exposure to clinical research in perioperative oncology and evidence-based medicine.

(2) Develop skills in data management, statistical analysis, and scientific writing.

(3) Learn how perioperative factors influence recovery, quality of life, and oncologic outcomes.

(4) Contribute meaningfully to projects that have the potential to improve surgical care and patient well-being.

(5) Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced clinicians and researchers.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree is required.

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.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

FACULTY MENTOR

Juan Cata, MD