UNIV - Research Program Coordinator - Psychiatry: Brain Stimulation Laboratory; BSL Division

Overview

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 focusing 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.

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) seeks a researcher to support the Brain Stimulation Laboratory in conducting and coordinating research protocols, including participant recruitment, data collection, and data management. This role also involves maintaining study documentation and ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines.

• Employer:
  
  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.
  
  - 73,576.000
• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  40
• Work Shift:
  
  Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• 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 subjects' 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, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Psychology. One year of research experience is helpful but not mandatory. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and statistical analysis programs is very helpful. Strong ability to collect, organize and analyze information clearly and concisely is required.

A bachelor's degree and two years of relevant program experience.

Descriptions cover typical physical demands including standing, sitting, walking, indoor/outdoor work, and fine motor activities. See original listing for full detail.

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

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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