Research Coordinator - Radiology Research

NYU Langone Health•New York, NY

4d•$66,300 - $73,500•Onsite

About The Position

This NIH-funded project, led by Drs. Erika Raven and Jelle Veraart, focuses on improving women's brain health by identifying why the menopause transition may increase the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease. Using longitudinal neuroimaging, plasma proteomics, and detailed clinical assessments of a prospective cohort, the study examines how hormonal changes and menopausal hormone therapy influence brain aging and cognitive outcomes. The goal is to define sex-specific biomarkers and risk profiles that support earlier detection, more precise prevention, and clinically meaningful strategies to protect women's health across midlife and aging. The successful candidate is responsible for providing a moderate to advanced range of coordination of Research studies conducted at the Medical Center, assists with recruitment, enrollment, grant submissions, research data collection and study coordination activities. Performs intra-operative monitoring and serves as liaison with internal and external funding agencies. Ensures 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. Interfaces directly with patients/subjects and Principal Investigator in support of the clinical trials if applicable. Establishes 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. Might assist in the initiation and management of research studies. Works under general direction.

Requirements

Bachelor 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.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

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

Responsibilities

Independently manage the day-to-day operations of the study, exercising judgment to resolve protocol deviations, scheduling conflicts, and other non-routine issues as they arise, escalating to the PIs only when appropriate.
Interpret and apply IRB and sponsor requirements; prepare, submit, and track continuing reviews, amendments, and reportable events, determining the appropriate course of action for ambiguous or non-routine regulatory situations.
Independently review medical records and screening data against complex study eligibility criteria; exercise judgment on borderline or ambiguous cases and make enrollment recommendations to the Principal Investigators.
Lead the informed consent process, ensuring participants understand study procedures, risks, and rights; manage enrollment, scheduling, and long-term follow-up of a prospective cohort.
Coordinate and, where applicable, assist with MRI data collection, cognitive testing, and survey administration; select and adapt procedures to participant-specific circumstances (e.g., menopause status, scheduling constraints) within study guidelines.
Oversee blood sample collection, storage, and shipping logistics for the plasma proteomics component of the study, ensuring compliance with protocol and chain-of-custody requirements.
Consolidate and analyze longitudinal clinical, imaging, and biomarker data; identify trends and data quality issues, and prepare summaries and recommendations that inform manuscript development and study reporting.
Serve as primary Liaison between PIs, study team members, core facilities, and external collaborators, exercising discretion in coordinating cross-functional study activities.