Clinical Research Coordinator - CHeT Innovation (2020)
We are seeking a motivated individual interested in joining a team that is transforming healthcare through novel applications of technology. We have reached almost a million patients with Parkinson disease across the United States and in 70+ countries on 6 continents to fulfill our vision of providing patient-centered care and education to anyone, anywhere. We are looking for a self-starter with independent research experience who demonstrates familiarity with videoconferencing technology, web design and marketing, writing, and scientific literature review. Successful applicants will demonstrate a diverse skill set, adaptability, and an aptitude for independent and team endeavors alike.
Position responsibilities include:
- Conduct in-person and remote study visits for research projects involving the use of technology (including smartphone apps, wearable sensors, and passive monitoring systems) to assess neurological disorders. Studies and projects include: www.urudallcenter.org ; www.watchpdstudy.org ; www.athomepd.org
- Draft research protocols, coordinate recruitment, enrollment, and evaluation of research participants in these and other single or multi-center research studies
- Collect and analyze data, submit abstracts to and attend conferences nationally, and draft and edit manuscripts
- Help coordinate a statewide telemedicine program (www.pdcny.org) for individuals with Parkinson disease, in which we use videoconferencing to provide in-home, patient-centered care
- Assist with production and dissemination of an educational TV series, ParkinsonTV (www.parkinsontv.org), whose first two seasons have reached 800,000 individuals
Position benefits include:
- Quickly become a published author in leading peer-reviewed journals (our work has been published in leading scientific journals including Nature, JAMA, NEJM, and Cell)
- Present abstracts at national and international research conferences
- Gain exposure to patients in clinical settings and through support networks
- Work closely with national leaders in Parkinson disease and Huntington disease care and research
- Learn how to develop and execute research studies
- Help transform how care is delivered to patients with chronic conditions
- Develop close relationships with the patients for whom you coordinate care
- Develop sales, marketing, and contract negotiation skills
Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of research, coordination, and/or technology experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two year commitment preferred. Start date flexible: January through July 2020. The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer.