University of Pennsylvania Hiring for Clinical Research Coordinator A/B (Department of Neuroscience of Depression/Stress) at Med Sch Richards Building – 3rd Floor Full Time

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Posted Job TitleClinical Research Coordinator A/B (Department of Neuroscience of Depression/Stress)Job Profile TitleClinical Research Coordinator AJob Description SummaryThe Center for Neuromodulation in Depression and Stress at the University of Pennsylvania is looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator, A or Clinical Research Coordinator B to join our team. The research coordinator will work full-time on a variety of research studies focused on the neuroscience of depression. The research coordinator will work closely with the principal investigator as well as other collaborating investigators and CNDS staff in carrying out CNDS research. S/he will be trained to conduct human neuroimaging research with a number of tools, including transcranial magnetic simulation (TMS), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and psychophysiology tools such as electromyography and electrocardiography. S/he will also be trained to administer clinical scales with psychiatric patients. The research coordinator should be interested in and capable of developing skills across a number of research methodologies, neuroimaging software, and data analysis tools.

The position is contingent on continued funding.Job Description

CRC A: The research coordinator will work closely with the principal investigator as well as other collaborating investigators and CNDS staff in carrying out CNDS research. S/he will be trained to conduct human neuroimaging research with a number of tools, including transcranial magnetic simulation (TMS), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and psychophysiology tools such as electromyography andelectrocardiography. S/he will also be trained to administer clinical scales with psychiatric patients. Primary responsibilities include collecting, maintaining, and organizing and entering all questionnaires, assessments, demographic data, and imaging data of the participants in study databases. Additionally the coordinator will conduct recruitment, will screen and enroll potential study patients as specified per protocol, and the coordinator will also perform regulatory duties such as preparation and submission of regulatory documents through the IRB (initial submissions, amendments, and continuations). The research coordinator should be interested in and capable of developing skills across a number of research methodologies, neuroimaging software, and data analysis tools. Work hours will include evenings and Saturdays as needed to accommodate MRI scan calendar openings The research coordinator should be interested in and capable of developing skills across a number of research methodologies, neuroimaging software, and data analysis tools. Position is contingent on continued funding.

CRC B: The research coordinator will work full-time on a variety of research studies focused on the neuroscience of depression. The research coordinator will work closely with the principal investigator as well as other collaborating investigators and CNDS staff in carrying out CNDS research. Primary duties include preparing protocols, informed consents, and advertisements. Additionally this position will coordinate study recruitment, screening study participants for inclusion in CNDS studies, scheduling and running study visits, administration of cognitive and psychological assessments, and accompanying participants to the neuroimaging scanners and running neuroimaging protocols. The research coordinator will work closely with the principal investigator and the data analysts in the implementation of study databases. The coordinator is also responsible for data collection and data management in accordance with study protocol and the maintenance of individual patient data, source documents, case report forms, and regulatory duties: prepare and submit regulatory documents through the IRB (initial submissions, amendments, continuations). The coordinator will also be trained to administer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). The research coordinator will be responsible for reviewing and entering the data into the study database and assisting with data analysis. He/she will also help with submitting recruitment reports to the NIH and will maintain the NCT website.

The Research Coordinator will assist the PI in creating graphics for presentations and will provide support for Center seminars and meetings. he/she will also assist with paper and grant references and submissions. Additionally, he/she will work with the senior clinical research coordinator to assure that each study is meeting expectations and that they are conducted in accordance with the specific clinical protocol as approved by the study team and in accordance with all regulatory organizations; manage the regulatory compliance of studies; oversee, supervise, and assist in drafting all reports and other communications required by the NIH or other sponsor The research coordinator should be interested in and capable of developing skills across a number of research methodologies, neuroimaging software, and data analysis tools. Work hours will include evenings and Saturdays as needed to accommodate MRI scan calendaropenings Position is contingent on continued funding.

CRC A Job Responsibilities

• Collecting, maintaining, organizing and entering all questionnaires, assessments, demographic data, and imaging data of the participants in study databases.
• Conduct recruitment, screen and enroll potential study patients as specified per protocol
• Responsible for data collection and data management in accordance with study protocol and the maintenance of individual patient data, source documents, case report forms, and regulatory duties: prepare and submit regulatory documents through the IRB (initial submissions, ammendments,continuations).
• Work with the senior clinical research coordinator to assure that each study is meeting expectations and they are conducted in accordance with the specific clinical protocol as approved by the study team and in accordance with all regulatory organizations
• Assist in drafting all reports and other communications required by the NIH or other sponsor
• Administration of cognitive and psychological assessments

CRC B Job Responsibilities

• Primary duties include preparing protocols, informed consents, and advertisements
• Coordinate study recruitment, screening study participants for inclusion in CNDS studies, scheduling and running study visits,
• Administration of cognitive and psychological assessments Accompanying participants to the neuroimaging scanners and running neuroimaging protocols.
• Work closely with the principal investigator and the data analysts in the implementation of study databases.
• Responsible for data collection and data management in accordance with study protocol and the maintenance of individual patient data, source documents, case report forms, and regulatory duties: prepare and submit regulatory documents through the IRB (initial submissions, amendments, continuations).
• Administering Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). He/she will also help with submitting recruitment reports to the NIH and will maintain the NCT website.
• Assist the PI in creating graphics for presentations as well as assist with paper and grant references for submission, and will provide support for Center seminars and meetings.
• Work with the senior clinical research coordinator to assure that each study is meeting expectations and they are conducted in accordance with the specific clinical protocol as approved by the study team and in accordance with all regulatory organizations
• Manage the regulatory compliance of studies
• Oversee, supervise, and assist in drafting all reports and other communications required by the NIH or other sponsor

Qualifications

CRC A: A Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year to 3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Strong quantitative analytical skills and data management skills are necessary. Other requirements include: excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; effective problem solving abilities; ability to multi-task; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Prior experience working with MRI and/or TMS is desirable, but not required. Previous experience administering clinical scales is also desirable. The ideal candidate has some statistical knowledge and experience in data analysis, preferably knows python or a similar language, and has experience with neuroimaging analysis using AFNI, FSL, or equivalent. Ultimately, the coordinator must be well-suited for work in a fast-paced work environment that requires effective time management and a willingness to work independently. This is an excellent position to acquire research experience to prepare for medical school or graduate school in psychology, neuroscience, engineering, or biostatistics.

CRC B: A Bachelors degree and 2 – 4 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. A Masters degree in health sciences, psychology, behavioral sciences, or related science is preferred and 2 to 4 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience managing large research studies. A highly professional demeanor and well- developed professional speaking, writing, and presentation are essential.. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and multi-level tasks. Advanced knowledge of regulatory requirements and GCP required as is familiarity with FDA guidelines for reporting on regulatory focused research. Advanced knowledge of study design and data analysis also required.Strong quantitative analytical skills and data management skills are necessary. Other requirements include: excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; effective problem solving abilities; ability to multi-task; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Prior experience working with MRI and/or TMS is desirable, but not required. Previous experience administering clinical scales is also desirable. The ideal candidate has some statistical knowledge and experience in data analysis, preferably knows python or a similar language, and has experience with neuroimaging analysis using AFNI, FSL, or equivalent. Ultimately, the coordinator must be well-suited for work in a fast-paced work environment that requires effective time management and a willingness to work independently. This is an excellent position to acquire research experience to prepare for medical school or graduate school in psychology, neuroscience, engineering, or biostatistics.

Job Location – City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolPerelman School of MedicinePay Range$37,220.00 – $52,661.00 Annual RateSalary 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
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