Clinical Research Coordinator C

University of Pennsylvania

6d•$63,085 - $63,085•Onsite

About The Position

Penn’s Center for Neuroengineering & Therapeutics(CNT) is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator C to participate in a collaborative research group focused on developing new devices, diagnostics and treatments that can restore brain and nervous system function after it has been lost to disease or disability. The CNT brings together clinician scientists and engineers to effectively bring these critical technologies to patient care. The ideal candidate will have an interest in biomedical research, be enthusiastic and highly motivated to participate in team science, have strong computing skills, and experience in machine learning methods. This position offers the opportunity to participate in an innovative research environment, gain hands-on experience with a variety of data analysis techniques, learn about the neuroscience of epilepsy and other neurological disorders, and make critical contributions to primary research publications and grant proposals, including publishing as first author where appropriate. Position contingent upon funding.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science and 4 to 6 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Focus of Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree with expertise in computing preferred.
Prior experience in signal processing and/or neuroimaging preferred.
Excellent Written and verbal communication skills required.
Able to confidently and collaboratively work with all members of the team, including senior management, physician leaders and others; as well as a demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proven complex problem-solving abilities and multi-tasking skills.
Must be flexible, detail oriented, and organized.
Thorough knowledge relevant regulations for the conduct of human subject research including Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), International Conference of Harmonization (ICH) Guidelines.
Knowledge of funding policies, NIH, and other grant procedures is desired.

Nice To Haves

Experience in machine learning methods.
Signal processing of EEG and neuroimaging data.
Interpretation of data.
Generation of figures and tables.
Manuscript preparation.

Responsibilities

Provide programmatic support for the Center for Neuroengineering and Therapeutics.
Correspond with the IRB and manage protocols including drafting initial submission documentation, modifications, continuing reviews, and audits.
Coordinate research activities with collaborating institutions, including collecting, uploading, processing data from multiple clinical sites, and establishing Data Use Agreements with external collaborators.
Maintain REDCap database and reports.
Create SOP and guidance documentation to assist in onboarding new students, staff and collaborators.
Support screening, recruiting, and consenting patients to participate in Epilepsy and Neuroengineering research studies at Penn.
Aid in collecting data, placing wearable and other devices at bedside and assisting with patient-interactive software and hardware devices.
Attend research and clinical conferences/meetings at Penn and with external collaborators.

Benefits

Excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families.
Generous retirement benefits.
A wide variety of professional development opportunities.
Supportive work and family benefits.
A wealth of health and wellness programs and resources.
Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
Retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) with pre-tax or Roth basis options.
Substantial amount of time away from work.
Long-Term Care Insurance.
Wellness and Work-life Resources.
Professional and Personal Development resources.
Access to a wide range of University resources, cultural and recreational activities.
Discounts on arts and entertainment, transportation, and mortgages.
Flexible Work Hours.
Penn Home Ownership Services.
Adoption Assistance.