Kinesiologist (1-Year Limited Tenure)

Mayo Clinic•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Kinesiologist will support an NCI-funded clinical exercise trial for women with breast cancer at Mayo Clinic Arizona in Phoenix. The role leads and contributes to data collection, data management, and processing, and works with clinical and research teams. Data may come from exercise testing, motion analysis systems, electromyography, plantar pressure equipment, electromechanical strength testing, manual measurements, physical exams, patient x-rays, and medical records. The position is responsible for calibration, periodic maintenance, and data collection, and shares responsibility with lab engineers and programmers for troubleshooting laboratory computer systems and equipment. The Kinesiologist also coordinates study procedures, maintains lab equipment and inventory, and assists with adverse-event monitoring and reporting. Opportunities may be available to contribute to data analysis and dissemination through manuscripts and presentations. This is a one-year, full-time, benefits-eligible limited-tenure position with the possibility of renewal or extension. 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. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in kinesiology, biomedical engineering, or a related field, with 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 accurately reduce and summarize 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 an integrated team, both as a leader and team member.
Ability and interest to spend 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 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 for providing data to referring physicians and investigators.
Manual dexterity and adequate vision to assemble fine-wire electrodes, calibrate and troubleshoot instruments, and assist with applying instrumentation to patients and normal subjects.

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.
Ability to work effectively on an interdisciplinary team, with excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to data collection for an NCI-funded clinical exercise trial.
Coordinate data collection procedures, maintain protocols, train staff, and schedule staff for study visits.
Collect, validate, consolidate, analyze, organize, and present clinical and research data.
Contribute to data management and processing.
Assist with adverse-event monitoring and reporting.
Calibrate and perform periodic maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Share responsibility with lab engineers and programmers for troubleshooting computer hardware, software, and other laboratory equipment.
Maintain lab inventory and ensure equipment is replaced as needed.
Coordinate with clinical and research personnel on study testing and the selection, installation, and maintenance of facilities and equipment.
Potentially contribute to data analysis and dissemination through published manuscripts and local or national presentations.