Kinesiologist (1-Year Limited Tenure)

Mayo Clinic•Phoenix, AZ

2d•$28 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Kinesiologist for its Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Division of Epidemiology, in Phoenix, Arizona. The position supports delivery of an NCI-funded clinical exercise trial for women with breast cancer. The Kinesiologist will lead data collection processes, coordinate study procedures, contribute to data management and processing, help monitor and report adverse events, and maintain laboratory equipment and inventory. Candidates with experience in clinical exercise testing and data management are desired, especially experience with graded exercise testing or cardiopulmonary exercise testing. The role involves collecting, validating, consolidating, and analyzing research and clinical data from patients and normal subjects. Data sources and equipment may include motion analysis systems, electromyography, plantar pressure equipment, electromechanical strength testing equipment, manual measurements, physical exams, x-rays, and medical records. The Kinesiologist has primary responsibility for calibration, periodic maintenance, and data collection, and shares responsibility with lab engineers and programmers for troubleshooting hardware, software, and other equipment. The role also requires coordination with clinical and research personnel to support studies, testing, and facility and equipment needs. This is a full-time, one-year limited-tenure appointment with the possibility of renewal or extension. It is benefits-eligible and offers competitive wages. The position may involve patient contact for up to half of the work time, with the remainder devoted to computer applications, data reduction, and instrumentation. Motivated individuals may have opportunities to contribute to data analysis and dissemination through manuscripts and local or national presentations. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent in kinesiology, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
Coursework in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, and physics, mathematics, or computer science.
Strong mathematics and computer operations knowledge to support data analysis.
Ability to work with detail and accurately reduce and summarize complex data.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with a variety of instrumentation and computer systems.
Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate electronic and mechanical instruments.
Strong interpersonal skills for working with pediatric and adult patients, students, and laboratory staff.
Ability to work independently and as part of a closely integrated team, both as a leader and team member.
Ability and interest to spend up to half of work time in patient contact, including one-on-one communication with patients and research subjects.
Patience and tact when dealing with a multicultural work team and visitors.
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle numerous tasks simultaneously and efficiently.
Good decision-making and judgment, attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight timelines.
Manual dexterity and adequate vision to assemble fine wire electrodes, calibrate and troubleshoot instruments, and assist with applying instrumentation to patients and normal subjects.
Motivation and ability to work effectively on an interdisciplinary team, with strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with clinical exercise testing and data management.
Previous experience in graded exercise testing or cardiopulmonary exercise testing.
Biomechanics or motion analysis laboratory experience.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in kinesiology, exercise science, or a related field.
Flexibility with work schedule, as testing may include evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate data collection for an NCI-funded clinical exercise trial for women with breast cancer.
Maintain study protocols, train staff, and schedule staff for study visits.
Collect, validate, consolidate, organize, and analyze research and clinical data from patients and normal subjects.
Contribute to data management and processing.
Assist with adverse event monitoring and reporting.
Calibrate and perform periodic maintenance on laboratory equipment.
Troubleshoot computer hardware, software, and other laboratory equipment in coordination with lab engineers and programmers.
Maintain laboratory inventory and arrange for replacement equipment as needed.
Coordinate with clinical and research personnel regarding studies, testing, and facility and equipment selection, installation, and maintenance.
Contribute, as opportunities allow, to data analysis and dissemination through manuscripts and presentations.