Research Assistant (MX)

Maimonides Medical Center • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Research Assistant will join an NIH-funded clinical research study focused on pilot newborn screening for rare disorders. The role supports implementation of study protocols and participant recruitment for the NY ScreenPlus study. Key areas include recruiting and educating potential participants, developing recruitment structures and communication strategies, coordinating follow-up, maintaining study records and data, and helping prepare institutional review and grant-related documents. This is a full-time, grant-funded position.

Requirements

• High school diploma and at least 2 years of administrative support experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and database software, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well both in a team setting and independently.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in sciences or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of experience in clinical research.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish or multilingual.
• Knowledge of a centralized recruiting database such as REDCap.
• Experience preparing and submitting Institutional Review Board (IRB) materials.

Responsibilities

• Recruit eligible participants for the ScreenPlus program, including reviewing potential participants on maternity wards and conducting in-person recruitment.
• Educate potential participants about the study and obtain informed consent under minimal supervision of the investigator(s).
• Engage pilot hospital stakeholders and work effectively within existing hospital workflows.
• Assist in developing participant recruitment and retention strategies.
• Schedule and coordinate recruited participants for follow-up visits and surveys.
• Enter data into the centralized recruiting database.
• Maintain source documents and subject files according to hospital procedures.
• Review charts to ensure accurate and complete compilation of subject data.
• Participate in research meetings and liaise with stakeholders about potential procedures and input on recruitment and educational materials.
• Assist with preparing grant applications and IRB/GCO submissions and filings.
• Perform other related duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED