Neuroimaging Research Coordinator – Aging & Brain Health

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington's Department of Radiology seeks a Research Coordinator to support IBIC projects focused on aging and neurodegenerative disease. You will design data collection methods, coordinate imaging and neuropsychology workflows, recruit participants, and liaise with study partners.

This full-time position at UW Montlake emphasizes flexible scheduling, training, and possible occasional telework; duties include managing data pipelines, performing MRI-related prep, and

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of research coordination experience.
• Familiarity with neuroimaging data collection and analysis concepts.
• Strong communication, organization and time-management skills.
• Experience collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage research study designs, data collection methods and data management strategies.
• Coordinate imaging, neuropsychology and data collection across multiple sites.
• Recruit and screen human subjects, obtain approvals, and supervise staff as needed.
• Train participants on cognitive tasks and schedule MRI/other testing.
• Ensure accurate documentation and preparation of progress reports and manuscripts.

Skills

Research coordination

Neuroimaging concepts

Communication skills

Time management

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Psychology, or Neuroscience

Tools

FSL

AFNI

MRI/PET imaging software

Linux command-line

Job description

Seattle, WA

Full time

REQ-0000137588

Job Description

The Department of Radiology has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Coordinator to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to Nam Phuong Nguyen, UW ADRC Biomarker Operations Manager, the Research Coordinator is responsible for performing basic research duties to support ongoing projects in the Integrated Brain Imaging Center (IBIC) related to aging and neurodegenerative disease. This includes utilizing neuroimaging, neuropsychology, and/or neuroscience techniques and procedures to collect and evaluate data for the lab.

This position is located primarily at the Integrated Brain Imaging Center at UW Montlake Campus (some travel between sites will be necessary by UW Health Services or other shuttles), and operates primarily Monday-Friday schedule at 8AM-5PM, but it is not always fixed and workload does vary. The incumbent¹s first responsibility is to complete tasks rather than keep to a fixed schedule. Flexibility in schedule and intensity of work is necessary. This position is eligible for occasional telework.

Key Responsibilities

Research Study Development & Management-60%

• Participate in developing research designs, data collection methods, and strategies for data management.

• Coordinate multiple data collection efforts which may include collaborating agencies or institutions.

• Duties may also include recruiting or overseeing the recruitment and interviewing of human subjects, preparing human subject applications, writing and editing technical reports and manuscripts for publication or presentation, developing and monitoring project budgets, preparing progress reports/proposals, and acting as a liaison between the project team and research project partners and funding agencies. May supervise research and support staff.

• Qualify candidates by completing phone interviews and collect brief neuropsychological data/MRI scans, eye scans, and/or EEG from human subjects.

• Schedule, coordinate, and administer scanning and testing of human subjects – this includes training subjects on cognitive tasks.

Analysis & Reporting- 30%

• Apply scientific knowledge gained through formal education at the Bachelor's level or equivalent/related experience to coordinate a significant research project or multiple smaller research projects.

• Perform preprocessing of functional and structural MRI and DTI data; prepare and analyze data for presentation; work at the command-line in Linux using IBIC computer software for neuroimaging processing and analysis (FSL, AFNI, in-house software tools).

• Prepare documentation of IBIC data analysis workflow and other experimental practices.

• Enter MRI, diagnostic, and neuropsychological data into IBIC databases.

• Enter MRI data into central project databases, e.g. at collaborating institutions

Self/Team Development 10%

• Attend and participate in IBIC meetings, and meetings of ADRC Imaging Core and Biomarker Core.

• Perform literature searches and read literature or conduct literature surveys in neuroscience projects as necessary.

• May train and guide other scientists and technicians requiring assistance with analysis or analysis tools.

• Complete related assigned tasks

• Provide innovative, visionary and collaborative initiative; continue to grow your own skill set necessary in your position; contribute to a team atmosphere in working with all internal/external customers.

• Participate in fostering a collaborative environment with diversity as a core value. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all students, staff, and faculty.

• The incumbent is expected to continue to grow their own skill set necessary in their position, contribute to a team atmosphere in working with all internal/external customers, and provide thoughtful suggestions for continued improvement in work processes.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

· Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Biology, Psychology, or Neuroscience

· One year of relevant experience in research coordination

· Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of fundamental neuroimaging concepts

• Familiarity with a clinical research

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Good communication skills and ability to work with diverse communities

• Time management, multi-tasking, flexibility, presentation and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with managing multiple project timelines and flexible schedules

• Experience or interest in working with clinical populations, especially seniors or those with degenerative brain disease

• Experience with MRI/PET imaging or Python, MATLAB, and/or R programming language preferred

Working Conditions

• The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands to write, type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

• The employee may occasionally lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds

• The employee will frequently be using a computer and monitor screens

About the UW Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center

The UW Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) is one of 42 Alzheimer's research resource centers funded by the National Institute on Aging. ADRCs are major sources of discovery into the nature of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Current-Research/Focus-Disorders/Alzheimers-Related-Dementias) and into the development of more effective approaches to prevention, diagnosis, care, and therapy. The UW ADRC contributes to the development of shared resources that support dementia-relevant research, and coordinates research efforts with other NIH-funded programs and investigators.

The ADRC research team links the Seattle community with information and opportunities to participate in clinical trials and studies of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.

About the Department & Radiology

Our mission is to improve the health of the public using research-driven, imaging-based care with compassion, expertise and inclusiveness.

We advance healthcare through collaborative and diverse teams that lead discovery and educate the future leaders in radiology.

Values:

• We treat people with respect and compassion.

• We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion.

• We encourage collaboration and teamwork.

• We promote innovation.

• We expect excellence.

Learn more about the Department of Radiology at https://rad.uw.edu

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Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$55,944.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$69,600.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

UAW Research

About the UW

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