Clinical Research Assistant - Exercise Specialist

Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) is seeking a part-time Clinical Research Assistant - Exercise Trainer. The Research Assistant Exercise Trainer will support research activities for a study on the effects of physical exercise and skills training in Veterans. This position will work with Principal Investigator J. Kaci Fairchild Ph.D. and other staff in the performance of various activities related to enrollment compliance ongoing coordination review of medical information and data management.

This a part-time 20 hours/week position located in Palo Alto CA.

BENEFITS

PAVIR is delighted to offer a robust and comprehensive employee benefits package with exceptional offerings such as sick pay policies a 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share commuter benefits wellness program employee assistance program and professional development training.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct pool-based group exercise sessions and collect and catalog requisite data
• Conduct cardiopulmonary exercise testing and catalog requisite data
• Conduct physical function assessments
• Help prepare manuscripts and reports including preparing tables and formatting references and assisting with grant applications.
• Assist with other study-related duties as needed.
• Obtain and maintain requisite certifications and CEUs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required: Nationally recognized certification in personal training or group exercise;
• At least two years experience in group exercise instruction;
• At least two years experience in rehabilitative exercise;
• Desired: Bachelors degree or equivalent experience;
• Previous experience working in the VA system and/or experience with intervention trials in exercise subject recruitment and screening;
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively with study participants and the research staff;
• Fluent in the use of wearable exercise tracking technology
• Provide exceptional instruction demonstration and modification of exercise techniques
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred;
• Able to learn VA regulations and procedures regarding research;
• General knowledge of research procedures gained through education or experience.

ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR)

PAVIR facilitates research and education activities conducted at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research.

READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM

If you feel that you would be right for this job please fill out our initial 3-minute mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VAPAHCS and complete a background check before they can commence work.

PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities Women Veterans and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race color religion age gender sexual orientation national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position please contact - Human Resources department.

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