Job Description Summary
This position is a research specialist role which involves direct support of the Principal Investigator and Study Coordinators in MUSC Neuro-X Lab. Duties include assist with the recruitment of research participants and the data collection of behavioral, physiological and brain imaging research data. This position involves working with researchers, clinicians, and patients in the research setting, as well as administering experimental brain stimulation techniques on research participants. Provide clerical support for Principal Investigator.Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
Research GrantCost Center
CC001040 COM PSYCH Admin Operations CCPay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
University-04
Pay Range
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
FLSA: Hourly
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Job Duties:
35% - Assist with the recruitment of research participants and the collection of behavioral, physiological and brain imaging data through telephone interviews and onsite clinic recruitment. The Research Specialist will be responsible for implementing recruitment procedures specifically as it relates to research subject identification through tumor registries, electronic medical records, mailing invitation letters and conducting follow-up telephone interviews.
35% - Conduct data collection and data entry into study database and maintain study binders and other regulatory files. Specifically, the Research Specialist will be responsible for carrying out study activities like administering brain stimulation and filling out participant data forms. Additionally, the Research Specialist will be required to develop and maintain study databases for collecting and storing study data. The Research Specialist will also be responsible for creating and storing all study documents and ensuring that all study related materials are maintained following regulatory protocols.
30% - Work with researchers, clinicians, and patients in clinical and community settings to implement research projects in the Neuro-X Lab. The Research Specialist will be responsible for organizing community outreach activities, developing community educational materials, and conducting data collection activities.
Preferred Education and Experience: Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and ready to adapt in a dynamic research environment. Knowledge of computer-based information systems desirable. Have ability to present information effectively in both written and verbal form. Should be detail-oriented, personable, and have good problem solving and analytical skills. Research experience in health-related areas preferred but not required. Lastly, a team player with strong problem-solving skills that is comfortable working independently as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Additional Job Description
Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and four years of relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required 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. (Continuous) 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 lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, 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 hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)
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