Clinical Research Coordinator A - Data Collection (Department of Psychiatry)

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine

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About The Position

The Balderston lab at the Center for Neuromodulation in Depression and Stress (CNDS) is seeking a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator A to work on research studies focused on the neuroscience of fear and anxiety. The coordinator will collaborate closely with the principal investigator and other CNDS staff. This role involves training in human neuroimaging research using tools such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and psychophysiology tools like electromyography and electrocardiography. Additionally, the coordinator will be trained to administer clinical scales to psychiatric patients. The position is contingent on continued funding and offers an excellent opportunity to gain research experience for those preparing for medical school or graduate school in psychology, neuroscience, engineering, or biostatistics.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year to 2 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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.
Well-suited for work in a fast-paced work environment that requires effective time management and a willingness to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Strong quantitative analytical skills and data management skills.
Prior experience working with MRI and/or TMS.
Previous experience administering clinical scales.
Some statistical knowledge and experience in data analysis.
Knowledge of python or a similar language.
Experience with neuroimaging analysis using AFNI, FSL, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Collecting, maintaining, and organizing all questionnaires, assessments, demographic data, and imaging data of the participants.
Conducting recruitment.
Screening and enrolling potential study patients as specified per protocol.
Performing regulatory duties such as preparation and submission of regulatory documents through the IRB (initial submissions, amendments, and continuations).
Developing skills across a number of research methodologies, neuroimaging software, and data analysis tools.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
Flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children at Penn.
Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions.
Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) allowing saving for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis, with a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Substantial amount of time away from work for relaxation, vacations, personal affairs, recovery from illness or injury, and spending time with family.
Long-term care insurance in partnership with Genworth Financial for faculty and staff (and eligible family members) to help cover some of the costs of long-term care services.
Wellness and Work-life Resources including a wide variety of programs and resources to help balance work and personal life.
Professional and Personal Development resources to help advance personally and professionally.
Access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities (libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, Penn Museum, Annenberg Center, Penn Relays).
Discounts and Special Services on goods and services such as new cars, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks, in addition to free and discounted admission/memberships to Penn arts and cultural centers and museums.
Flexible Work Hours offering creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments, involving non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services offering a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance providing reimbursement for qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, for up to two adoptions in your household.