Research Coordinator

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Coordinator. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing basic laboratory experiments under general supervision as well as more advanced duties under direct supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Life Sciences or a related field is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint and Outlook.
• Familiar with Internet applications.
• 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.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years of progressively responsible project coordination experience, preferably in a research setting.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performing basic laboratory experiments under general supervision as well as more advanced duties under direct supervision.
• Providing moderate to advanced range of coordination of Research studies conducted within the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Assisting with recruitment, enrollment, grant submissions, research data collection and study coordination activities.
• Performing intra-operative monitoring.
• Serving as liaison with internal and external funding agencies.
• Ensuring the accurate execution of research protocols in accordance with Good Clinical Practices, HIPAA, and required obligations to patient/subject, Principal Investigator, Research Team and sponsor.
• Interfacing directly with patients/subjects and Principal Investigator in support of the clinical trials if applicable.
• Establishing liaisons with relevant parties at the Medical Center that may include: Research Nurses, Research Pharmacists, Program Managers, Medical Technicians, Clinical Information Systems and regulatory Services.
• Assisting in the initiation and management of research studies.
• Overseeing the submission of necessary documents required by the NYU Institutional Board (IRB), NYU Office of Clinical Trials and any other appropriate parties in order to obtain approval to conduct human subjects research.
• Preparing, auditing and submitting monthly enrollment statistics to the Office of Clinical Trials, and providing other information in a timely manner, as necessary.
• Assisting with the informed consent process and ensuring that the patient/subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study.
• Following through regularly with the patient/subjects reminding them of visits and compliance.
• Monitoring any outward effects or issues regarding patient/subject safety and reporting this to the Principal Investigator, Physician and Research Nurse.
• Collecting and auditing patient information for the research project(s).
• Auditing and managing data from and into the database.
• Preparing forms and reports, compiling and analyzing data, statistics, and other materials for reports.
• Conducting study visits, obtaining and documenting information within the time frame specified.
• Screening potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study.
• Preparing and submitting grant applications and other grants related activities.
• Developing a preliminary draft budget and submitting it to the Director/Principal Investigator.
• Reviewing sponsor-proposed budget for adequate coverage and recommending changes as appropriate.
• Assisting in the preparation of funding reports to funding agencies and helping identify new potential sponsors/agents for trials and researches.
• Monitoring budget throughout trial.
• Combining and evaluating information and data to make decisions about relative importance of information and choosing the best solution to solve problems.
• Resolving complex situations and referring non-solved issues and questions with recommendation to supervisor.
• Participating in special projects and performing other duties as required.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resources groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree