UNIV - Research Program Coordinator I - Psychiatry: Brain Stimulation Laboratory (BSL) Division

Job Description Summary

This position is assigned to the Brain Stimulation Laboratory for the purpose of assisting, coordinating, planning and implementing research protocols. The candidate will work on a research study which focuses on brain stimulation treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders and investigations of consciousness. The candidate will assist the Principal Investigator in the recruitment of research participants, the collection of psychological research data, data entry and organizational tasks. The candidate will be directly involved in the collection of questionnaire, interview, laboratory and other research data related to ongoing and future research studies. After hours' work may be occasionally required.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC001044 COM PSYCH Brain Stimulation Medicine CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-05

Pay Range

39,764.00 - 56,670.00 - 73,576.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

FLSA: Hourly

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Job Duties:

• 20% - Conduct experimental study visits on healthy and clinical population human subjects using brain stimulation modalities.

• 20% - Enter data into a computerized database and manage ongoing organization of patient data files. Complete case report forms and maintain all study documents properly.

• 20% Initiate and maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation as required by FDA, Institutional Review Board, study sponsors, and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines in connection with research trials.

• 10% - Assist in phone screening for research participant recruitment.

• 10% - Coordinate proper data management according to protocol requirements and compliance, i.e. collect and record all data pertaining to study patients on the specific study and submit on time to research bases. Provide database support (design, implement, update and review for integrity).

• 5% - Perform diagnostic interviews consisting of structured clinical interviews and other related instruments. Document participant assessment data in research records.

• 5% - Conduct study visits after regular work hours when necessary to accommodate subject’s schedules.

• 5% - Scrutinize on an ongoing basis the effectiveness of study procedures and suggest changes in procedures when indicated.

• 5% - Obtain informed consent, screen and enroll study patients, conduct study visits as per protocol, coordinate patient visits, provide education to subjects.

Preferred Education and Experience: A bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, Math, Chemistry or Physics, Biology or Psychology.  One Year experience in the research field is helpful but not mandatory.  The ability to use computer word and data processing programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office and statistical analysis programs are very helpful. The ability to collect, organize and analyze information in a clear and concise manner is required.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and two years of relevant 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. (Frequent) 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 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 perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

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

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