Kinesiologist (1-Year Limited Tenure)

Mayo Clinic • Phoenix, AZ

2d • $28 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

Mayo Clinic’s Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Division of Epidemiology, in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking a Kinesiologist to support an NCI-funded clinical exercise trial for women with breast cancer. This is a one-year, full-time, limited-tenure position with the possibility of renewal or extension. The Kinesiologist will lead data collection processes and contribute to data management and processing, adverse-event monitoring, and laboratory upkeep. There may also be opportunities to contribute to data analysis and dissemination through manuscripts and local or national presentations.

The role involves collecting, validating, consolidating, analyzing, organizing, and presenting research and clinical data from normal subjects and patients. Data sources include motion-analysis systems, electromyography, plantar-pressure equipment, electromechanical strength-testing equipment, manual measurements, physical examinations, x-rays, and medical records. The Kinesiologist is primarily responsible for calibration, periodic maintenance, and data collection, and shares responsibility with lab engineers and programmers for troubleshooting computer hardware, software, and other laboratory equipment.

The position coordinates data-collection procedures, maintains protocols, trains and schedules staff for study visits, and works with clinical and research personnel to coordinate studies and support testing and facility or equipment selection, installation, and maintenance. 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. Testing may include evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• Minimum 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 and accurate reduction and summarization of complex data.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with varied 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 a team member.
• Ability and interest in spending up to half of work time in patient contact, including communicating one-on-one with patients and research subjects.
• Patience and tact when working with a multicultural team and visitors.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks and projects efficiently and meet tight timelines.
• Good decision-making and judgment, attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Manual dexterity and adequate vision to assemble fine-wire electrodes, calibrate and troubleshoot electronic or mechanical devices, and assist with applying instrumentation to patients and normal subjects.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed, as testing may include evenings and weekends.

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.
• Motivation to contribute to data analysis and dissemination through manuscripts and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to data-collection processes for an NCI-funded clinical exercise trial for women with breast cancer.
• Coordinate data-collection procedures, maintain protocols, train staff, and schedule staff for study visits.
• Collect, validate, consolidate, analyze, organize, and present research and clinical data from patients and normal subjects.
• Use and gather data from motion-analysis systems, electromyography, plantar-pressure equipment, electromechanical strength-testing equipment, manual measurements, physical exams, x-rays, and medical records.
• Contribute to data management and processing.
• Assist with adverse-event monitoring and reporting.
• Calibrate and perform periodic maintenance on laboratory equipment; participate in scheduled upkeep and maintain laboratory inventory.
• Troubleshoot computer hardware, software, and other motion- and strength-testing laboratory equipment in coordination with lab engineers and programmers.
• Maintain effective working relationships with clinical and research personnel to coordinate studies, testing, and facility or equipment selection, installation, and maintenance.
• As opportunities arise, contribute to data analysis and dissemination through published manuscripts and local or national presentations.
• Work with patients and research subjects, including assisting with instrumentation application and participating in evaluations.

Benefits

• Benefits-eligible position with competitive wages.
• Medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level