Clinical Research Coordinator A (Department of Neurology)

Description

The LCNS under the direction of Dr. H.Branch Coslett is looking for a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator whose primary role is the organization and collection of data, and administration of brain stimulation for multiple language focused clinical trials and research studies.

The research coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of clinical trial coordination including subject recruitment, detailed data entry, study visits (administration of behavioral therapy / tests of language function), brain stimulation (TMS and tES) administration, and study follow-up.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform required research activities per protocol and in accordance with Good Clinical Practices.
• Scheduling subject visits within appropriate window, ensuring all tests and assessments at each visit are performed.
• Administer noninvasive brain stimulation (TMS and tES) to patients enrolled in clinical trials.
• Administer, score, and interpret neuropsychological tests of language and report timely, accurate data.
• Schedule, coordinate, and collect MRI data.
• Report adverse events and ensuring appropriate follow ups.
• Maintain clinical trial databases, subject files, and regulatory documents.
• Assist with manuscript preparation and data analysis.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in cognitive sciences, neurosciences, psychology, communication disorders, or linguistics is required.
• Experience working in a hospital or clinical setting is highly preferred.
• Applicants must be well-organized, have high attention to detail, and be able to flexibly manage diverse responsibilities.
• Applicants must work well as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with persons that have cognitive and communication impairments is preferred.
• Experience with EPIC and REDcap is highly preferred.
• Prior brain stimulation experience is highly preferred.

Position requires a highly motivated, detail oriented, and confident individual with interests in psycholinguistics, neuromodulation, or therapeutics.

The ability to communicate with patients, physicians, medical staff, and caregivers respectfully and effectively is essential.

Strong planning, organizational, and prioritizing capabilities along with problem solving skills is required.

This position is contingent upon funding.

Hiring range minimum for this position is $44,947.

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$37,220.00 - $45,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.

You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn.

Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

Retirement : Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis.

Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Time Away from Work : Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family whatever your personal needs may be.

Long-Term Care Insurance : In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility.

If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements.

Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life.

That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

Professional and Personal Development : Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

University Resources : As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities.

Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples.

As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff.

Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff.

You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

Flexible Work Hours : Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments.

These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and / or job structures.

Penn Home Ownership Services : Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

Adoption Assistance : Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.