PennLINC Neuroimaging Research Coordinator (A/B)

Job Description Summary

The Penn Lifespan Informatics and Neuroimaging Center (PennLINC; www.pennlinc.io) is part of the Department of Psychiatry, the Neurodevelopment & Psychosis Section, and the Lifespan Brain Institute (LiBI). Our goal is to delineate normal brain maturation and understand how abnormalities of development give rise to psychiatric symptoms. To do this, we study brain development with advanced multi-modal MRI imaging, mobile phenotyping, and detailed clinical assessments. The Clinical Research Coordinator will oversee the collection of MRI data from recruitment through quality assessment and data analysis.

Job Description

The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is the oldest and one of the finest medical schools in the United States. Penn is rich in tradition and heritage and at the same time consistently at the forefront of new developments and innovations in medical education and research. Since its founding in 1765 the School has been a strong presence in the community and prides itself on educating the leaders of tomorrow in patient care, biomedical research, and medical education. http://www.med.upenn.edu/.

PennLINC Neuroimaging Research Coordinator (A/B)

Ted Satterthwaite and the Penn Lifespan Informatics and Neuroimaging Center (www.pennlinc.io) are recruiting a Clinical Research Coordinator to help investigators conduct behavioral and multi-modal neuroimaging research examining both normal and abnormal brain development. Psychiatric disorders are increasingly understood as disorders of brain development, and our research seeks to situate mental illness in a developmental context. To do this, we use advanced multi-modal MRI imaging (functional, structural, metabolic) and detailed measures of behavior using digital phenotyping via smartphones. The position will draw on a wide range of skills and provide learning opportunities in diverse areas. Responsibilities will include assisting with: recruitment and acquisition of data for behavioral and multi-modal MRI data; image analysis; maintenance of regulatory documents and correspondence. Opportunities for data analysis and writing manuscripts abound. Previous lab members in this role have published first-author manuscripts in top journals and gone on to top graduate programs in psychology, neuroscience, and medicine. Position is contingent on continued funding.

The CRC-B will share similar duties as the CRC-A but have the ability to operate more independently while also being a team player. Prior experience as a research assistant, data coordinator or study coordinator preferred.

Qualifications

The candidate must have a passion for science, superb interpersonal skills, and technical affinity. Preference of an educational background in Neuroscience/Psychology or with plans to pursue graduate work psychology, neuroscience, or combined MD/PhD programs. While not required, experience with the Unix/Linux operating system, coding in python, and/or the statistical package R is a major asset. Above all, the applicant should demonstrate strong motivation, empathy, and excellent organizational skills.

CRC-A: Bachelor's Degree in biomedical related field and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Excellent interpersonal, writing and analytical skills. Must be detail oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

CRC-B: Bachelor's Degree in biomedical related field with 2-3 years of related experience in research and clinical study methodologies or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Experience in clinical research strongly preferred. Excellent interpersonal, writing and analytical skills. Must be detail oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking skills. The candidate should possess the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and delegate tasks among team members and lead in training activities of new staff.

Background check required. Must pass Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Act (also known as Act 73) background checks, within 30-90 days of employment. Position contingent on funding.

Working Conditions

Office, Library, Computer Room; Requires extensive safety

Physical Effort

Typically sitting at a desk or table; Occasional lifting 25 lb. or less

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$46,500.00 - $57,750.00 Annual Rate