Clinical and Neuroimaging Research Coordinator
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The Computational Psychiatry, Neuroimaging and Sleep Laboratory (CoPsyN Sleep Lab) is currently recruiting for a motivated and compassionate Clinical & Neuroimaging Research Coordinator for projects investigating the relationships between sleep disturbances, brain function, and emotional well-being. The CoPsyN Sleep lab is focused on translational clinical research and utilizes human neuroimaging, high density EEG, computational methods, and clinical psychology to examine the role of sleep physiology in the development, maintenance, and treatment of psychopathology across the lifespan. We are looking for a Research Coordinator to be an active contributor to all aspects of study operations and work closely with the Principal Investigator, Dr. Andrea Goldstein-Piekarski.
The primary responsibilities of the Clinical & Neuroimaging Research Coordinator will be directed towards a NIH funded clinical trial studying sleep disturbance and emotion regulation in individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and mild Alzheimer’s Dementia. The right person for this job will be able to hit the ground running and take responsibility for participant recruitment, fMRI scanning, and data organization. We are looking for someone who is detail oriented and can trouble-shoot independently while recognizing when to ask questions. Comfort and skill with working with a diverse patient population is essential. There will also be opportunities to gain research experience in additional areas, such as in data analysis, fMRI and EEG pre-processing procedures, scientific presentations and reports to NIH. The position will be based within a collaborative team and the CoPsyN Sleep Lab values diversity, cooperation, fairness, efficiency, and conscientiousness. The CoPsyN Sleep lab is committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive environment for all members regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status.
Interested candidates should include a CV and Cover Letter addressing how your education and experience relates to the position as described above. Materials can be submitted here
Duties include:
• Serve as primary contact with research participants, sponsors, and regulatory agencies
• Attach and calibrate polysomnography and EEG equipment in clinical setting
• Coordinate functional MRI scanning sessions and pre/post scan procedures
• Coordinate studies from start-up through close-out
• Determine eligibility of and obtain informed consent from study participants according to protocol
• Assist in developing recruitment strategies
• Coordinate collection of study specimens and processing
• Administer study cognitive and neuropsychological tests and collect medical information according to protocols
• Collect and manage patient and laboratory data for clinical research projects
• Manage research project databases, develop flow sheets and other study related documents, and complete study documents/case report forms
• Ensure compliance with research protocols, and review and audit case report forms for completion and accuracy with source documents
• Prepare regulatory submissions, and ensure Institutional Review Board renewals are completed
• Other duties may also be assigned
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• 1-2 years of related hands-on experience in acquiring and/or processing data that requires a high level of technical skill and attention to detail (including but limited to functional MRI, EEG, lab-based assays etc.)
• Experience working with cognitively impaired, anxious, or sensitive populations
• Previous research experience in psychological test administration, research design, and statistical analysis
• Hands-on experience administering structured diagnostic interviews such as the SCID, MINI, and/or ADIS
• Strong interest of human neuroscience techniques and experimental design including EEG and fMRI
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Highly reliable with demonstrated organizational ability
• Accurate record keeping and attention to detail
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
Two year college degree and two years related work experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of related education and relevant experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:
Society of Clinical Research Associates or Association of Clinical Research Professionals certification is preferred
WORKING CONDITIONS: Occasional evening and weekend hours.
WORK STANDARDS:
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu