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

University of Pennsylvania

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Balderston lab is seeking a clinical research coordinator to work full-time on research studies at the Center for Neuromodulation in Depression and Stress focused on the neuroscience of fear and anxiety. 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.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree
1 year to 2 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong quantitative analytical skills
Data management skills
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

Prior experience working with MRI and/or TMS
Previous experience administering clinical scales
Some statistical knowledge and experience in data analysis
Preferably knows 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.
Conduct recruitment.
Screen and enroll potential study patients as specified per protocol.
Perform regulatory duties such as preparation and submission of regulatory documents through the IRB (initial submissions, amendments, and continuations).
Develop 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
Flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
Tuition assistance for employees, spouse, and dependent children at Penn
Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions
Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) to save for your future on a pre-tax or Roth basis
Wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
Substantial amount of time away from work (relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family)
Long-Term Care Insurance (in partnership with Genworth Financial) for faculty and staff (and eligible family members)
Wide variety of programs and resources to help balance work and personal life (care for health, family, and work-life balance)
Array of resources for professional and personal development
Access to a wide range of University resources (libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, Penn Museum, Annenberg Center, Franklin Field)
Free and discounted admission/memberships to Penn arts and cultural centers and museums
Substantial savings on other goods and services (new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks)
Flexible work options (non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures)
Forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia (for closing costs or home improvements)
Reimbursement for qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child (such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions)