Location: Albuquerque,NM, USA
The Research Coordinator will work with Dr. Vakhtin's research team on studies evaluating neurocognitive characteristics of various health conditions (e.g. dementia, post-COVID syndrome) using neuropsychological and neurobiological methods. Responsibilities of the Research Coordinator include, but are not limited to: 1) Recruiting and scheduling participants, 2) Engaging in community outreach to promote ongoing studies, 3) Training and supervising staff and volunteers, 4) Monitoring and organizing data to ascertain integrity, quality, and protocol adherence, 5) Ensuring and maintaining study regulatory compliance, 6) Conducting (neuro) psychological assessments and collecting neuroimaging (MRI) and biospecimen data (e.g. blood), 7) Assisting with data analyses and preparation of presentations, manuscripts, and grant proposals.
Qualifications:Requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been attained. Candidates with a M.A are also encouraged to apply.
Must have demonstrated knowledge of psychological, socio-behavioral and/or neurobehavioral research principles, practices and protocols as well as knowledge of the principles, methods, and procedures of basic medical and/or clinical research. Must have the ability to understand and follow basic scientific research protocols and procedures.
Requires strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently and as a part of a team. Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality as well as the ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed. Must have a high degree of professionalism, strong organizational and time-management skills. Demonstrated ability in managing a wide variety of tasks simultaneously while meeting multiple deadlines is required.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Experience with clinical assessments and statistical methods/software is preferred.
Physical Requirements:Work is performed in a dry laboratory environment. Will operate standard office equipment and will frequently stand, walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, perform repetitive motions and occasionally lift objects that weigh up to 20 pounds. May interact with research participants.
Work is performed in correctional facilities. Will interact with incarcerated individuals.The above is intended to describe the general requirements for the position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of physical requirements. The Institute will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position.
Salary:Salary is commensurate with experience.
EEO, including disability/vets