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Position Responsibilities :
This clinical research study will preliminarily investigate the feasibility and acceptability of a cognitive rehabilitation program with mindfulness training integrated, called C-SMART (Cognitive Strategies Mindfulness And Rehabilitation Therapy) for patients with brain tumors and mild neurocognitive impairment. Dr. Sarah Braun, Assistant Professor in Neurology and Clinical Neuropsychologist, is the Principal Investigator (PI) and supervisor. For the clinical research study assigned, the research assistant will be responsible for coordinating the clinical research study in a compliant and efficient manner. Under the direction of the PI, the research assistant will ensure all federal, state, university, and protocol requirements are followed, institutional research objectives are met, and that ethical obligations are kept.
Key responsibilities include :
- Manage IRB approvals / amendments
- Screen, consent, and enroll all participants
- Administer brief neuropsychological assessment as part of the baseline and post-intervention data collection
- Assist in functional neuro-imaging data collection at the CARI Lab
- Manage all data collection throughout the intervention timeline, via redcap.
- Attend weekly lab meetings
- Attend biweekly manuscript development meetings
- Data entry
Required Education and Experience :
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent related experience in health research and / or healthcare-related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of training & experience.
Required Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Position will remain open until filled.
This is a restricted position with no set end date and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.
The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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