Research Coordinator

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

1d • $66,300 - $66,300

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Coordinator.

The Center for Psychedelic Medicine (CPM) at NYU Langone Health is seeking a Research Coordinator to lead study coordination in an ongoing NIH funded Phase 2, randomized controlled clinical trial for Opioid Use Disorder. The Research Coordinator will also participate in other clinical trials within CPM as needed and work collaboratively with the Research Project Manager (RPM), the Principal Investigator (PI), and the study team to meet study goals. The Research Coordinator will coordinate day-to-day study operations and participant activities. The Research Coordinator will also be responsible for tracking study milestones, managing participant recruitment, and coordinating all study activities in conjunction with the PI and other team members. The candidate will be expected to work with a high level of independence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business administration, health care administration or related field.
• Minimum of two years of progressively responsible project coordination experience, preferably in a research setting.
• Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, Power Point and Outlook. Familiar with Internet applications.
• Effective oral, written, communication, interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management and must work and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to work within a team environment as well as independently.
• Commitment to continuous learning as required by department administration.
• Ability to operate research related equipment
• Ability to work and make decisions independently.
• Time management skills and ability to multitask.
• Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems: Ability to work well under pressure.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Certification is preferred (required in some disciplines).
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology is preferred.
• Experience working in an Academic Medical Center preferred
• Phlebotomy experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Study Coordination: Works with the RPM and PI to develop study operations and achieve study goals, including participant recruitment and retention targets. Contributes to development of study-specific SOPs. Coordinates study activities through open communication with research team, RPM, PI, clinical staff and site staff.
• Participant Recruitment: Collaborate with Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) site staff on recruitment efforts. Review candidates for eligibility, completing necessary questionnaires, assessments and data entry. Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Research Visits: Conduct participant study visits, which includes scheduling, conducting informed consent, coordinating with other study team members, completing and administering assessments and other study procedures at baseline and follow-up visits, and coordinating subject reimbursement. Assist licensed clinicians in conducting study-specific visits and interventions.
• Participant Tracking: Track participant flow through the study; update tracking logs in an accurate and timely manner; schedule participants for study visits; send retention letters as needed.
• Data Management: Review inputted data; resolve all data queries; obtain missing data; document all data accurately and according to protocol. Manage and delegate data entry to junior staff and volunteers as necessary.
• Regulatory Oversight: Management of study binders, and IRB records. Work with IRB staff to create, submit and modify IRB submissions as necessary.
• Reporting and Communication: Communicates with the RPM and PI in a timely manner regarding protocol deviations, safety events, data queries, and study supplies. Establishes internal and external weekly team meeting and shares status of assignments and follow-up of action items.
• Protocol Compliance: Ensure that study activities are carried out in accordance with the protocol, HIPAA and GCP, including but not limited to participant research visits, follow-up, and required documentation. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of study rationale, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and procedures associated with the study.
• Budget: Responsible for issuing participant reimbursement and compensation payments as per study protocol. Will maintain participant payment logs and review for accuracy and compliance.
• Oversight of junior team members: Assist with oversight of junior team members/volunteer training, tasks, and coordination of volunteer schedules.
• Other: Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
• At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement.
• The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support.
• Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.
• The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees