Posted in Other 17 days ago.
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Clinical Research Coordinator (Department of Neuropsychiatry)
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Posted Job Title
Clinical Research Coordinator (Department of Neuropsychiatry)
Job Profile Title
Clinical Research Coordinator A
Job Description Summary
The Neurodevelopment & Psychosis Section in the Department of Psychiatry, and the Lifespan Brain Institute (LiBI) of Penn Medicine and CHOP are devoted to the study of brain and behavior using innovative neuroimaging research techniques and the application of bioinformatics resources. LiBI brings together researchers in medicine, psychiatry, engineering, computer science, physics and biostatistics to understand brain structure and function, based on functional and structural neuroimaging data. The Clinical Research Coordinator will oversee the collection of MRI data from recruitment through quality assessment and data analysis.
Job Description
The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is the oldest and one of the finest medical schools in the United States. Penn is rich in tradition and heritage and at the same time consistently at the forefront of new developments and innovations in medical education and research. Since its founding in 1765 the School has been a strong presence in the community and prides itself on educating the leaders of tomorrow in patient care, biomedical research, and medical education. http://www.med.upenn.edu/.
Clinical Research Coordinator
We are seeking a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to join our team immediately. This position offers a highly interdisciplinary research experience, combining approaches from cognitive neuroscience, experimental psychology, and psychiatry with neuroimaging. Primary responsibilities include MR data acquisition and quality assessment. The individual will also be responsible for conducting informed consent/assent process, preparing participants for MRI scanning, maintaining all study related records and working closely with the clinical coordinator on coordination and administration of research MRIs.
Other duties include maintaining accurate, complete and timely records, including source documents, consent forms, protocol documents, and regulatory documents, as required by IRB. She/he will also work on uploading data in relevant databases and accurately maintaining project databases and other participant related information. There may be opportunities for independent research projects if desired and the incumbent will have opportunities to participate in data analyses, scientific plans and manuscript preparation with the project investigators.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in neuropsychology, neuroscience, biology, bioengineering or a related field and 1 to 2 years research experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. An advanced degree preferred. Experience working with individuals with psychotic disorders and children/adolescents and availability for flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends. The candidate must have strong organizational, leadership, supervision, communication and computer skills.
Background check required. Must pass Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Act (also known as Act 73) background checks, within 30-90 days of employment. Position contingent on grant funding.
Preferred Skills:
Experience conducting MRI research in a research-oriented facility
Experience operating an MRI Console (e.g Protocol selection and scan parameter set-up, MR system RF coils, table operation, patient positioning)
Strong computer and technical skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Working Conditions
Office, Library
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table; Occasional lifting 25 lb. or less
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$37,220.00 - $48,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
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