Job Description Summary
We are hiring a Program Coordinator-I (PC-I) to serve as a clinical research coordinator and psychometrist for NIH-funded neuroimaging projects on cognitive aging and Alzheimer’s Disease. The PC-I will be mentored by Dr. Andreana Benitez, and will be directly supervised by a SoCRA-Certified Clinical Research Professional and a master’s level lead psychometrist. The PC-I will be primarily responsible for conducting neuropsychological testing, conducting and overseeing all research related activities including the coordination of study visits, data collection, management of study documents, and promotion of study integrity/protocol compliance.Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type?
Research GrantCost Center
CC000985 COM Neurology CCPay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
University-05
Pay Range
$37,860 - $53,957 - $70,054Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
Job Description:
We are hiring a Program Coordinator-I (PC-I) to serve as a clinical research coordinator and psychometrist for NIH-funded neuroimaging projects on cognitive aging and Alzheimer’s Disease. The PC-I will be mentored by Dr. Andreana Benitez, and will be directly supervised by a SoCRA-Certified Clinical Research Professional and a master’s level lead psychometrist. The PC-I will be primarily responsible for conducting neuropsychological testing, conducting and overseeing all research related activities including the coordination of study visits, data collection, management of study documents, and promotion of study integrity/protocol compliance.
Job Duties:
30%- Administers and scores neuropsychological tests and other behavioral assessments according to standardized procedures and under the direct supervision.
30%- Implements and maintains data collection and analysis systems in support of research protocol; may coordinate the collection and analysis of research data. Ensures the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities; acts as the primary administrative point of contact for internal research staff.
20%- Assists with research participant recruitment and facilitates/supports the conduct of research procedures such blood draws and brain MRIs.
10%- Assists the PI/Investigators and other study team members with consenting subjects and maintaining adherence to regulatory procedures.
10%- Trains other staff in some of the aforementioned duties, depending on the trainee’s skill level.
Additional Job Description
Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and one year 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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