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Job Description Summary

CNB Clinical Research Coordinator

As part of the Department of Psychiatry, the Neurodevelopment & Psychosis Section and the Lifespan Brain Institute (LiBI) are devoted to the study of brain and behavior throughout the lifespan. The CNB Clinical Research Coordinator will oversee the collection of clinical assessment 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/

CNB Clinical Research Coordinator

The CNB Clinical Research Coordinator’s responsibilities include recruiting and screening potentially eligible individuals for study participation, scheduling assessments and following up with study participants, conducting informed consents and study related quantitative and qualitative assessments/interviews with participants.   Other duties include administering neurocognitive tasks, maintaining accurate, complete and timely records, including source documents, consent forms, protocol documents, and regulatory documents, as required by IRB.  The coordinator will also work on uploading data in relevant databases and accurately maintaining project databases and other participant related information.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in biomedical related field with 1 to 2 years experience is required. However, equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Candidates must possess demonstrated computer skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, data management skills, and experience working independently.

Background check required. 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
$36,401.00 - $65,521.00

Affirmative Action Statement

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.