UNIV - Research Program Assistant - Advance - Department of Neurology

Job Description Summary

The Department of Neurology at the Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Program Assistant – to support a human neuroscience research laboratory focused on Parkinson’s disease. The laboratory conducts cutting-edge clinical research aimed at identifying novel neuroimaging biomarkers and understanding neural mechanisms underlying Parkinson’s disease using advanced methodologies, including MRI, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS).

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC000985 COM Neurology CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-04

Pay Range

33,339.00 - 47,509.00 - 61,680.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator or designated senior research staff, the Research Program Assistant – plays a critical role in the day-to-day operations of multiple research studies. This position provides comprehensive support across the research lifecycle, including participant recruitment, data collection, regulatory compliance, data management, and preliminary analysis.

 

Key Responsibilities

• 20% - Recruit, screen, consent, and schedule research participants in accordance with approved study protocols.

• 20% - Assist with MRI, fMRI, and TMS data acquisition under supervision.

• 10% - Administer standardized cognitive tests, clinical assessments, and questionnaires.

• 10% - Perform accurate data entry and maintain research databases.

• 10% - Conduct preliminary data processing and analysis.

• 10% - Maintain study documentation in compliance with IRB and regulatory requirements.

• 10% - Assist with preparation of research materials, presentations, grants, and manuscripts.

• 10% - Provide administrative and technical support including inventory management and meeting coordination.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, Biology, or related field.

• Prior experience in human-subjects research.

• Familiarity with REDCap, Excel, SPSS, or R.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Interest in neuroscience research and learning new techniques.

 

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and four years of relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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