Research Coordinator

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

48d • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Coordinator. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for providing a moderate to advanced range of coordination of research studies conducted through the Center for Surgical and Transplant Applied Research (CSTAR) at the Medical Center, assists with participant recruitment, enrollment, grant submissions, research data collection, and study coordination activities. 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 the Principal Investigator in support of research studies, if applicable. Establishes liaisons with relevant parties at the Medical Center that may include Research Nurses, Program Managers, Medical Technicians, Clinical Information Systems, and Regulatory Services. Might assist in the initiation and management of research studies. Works under the general direction of the Operations Manager and Principal Investigator.

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.
• 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

• Oversee the submission of necessary documents required by the NYU Institutional Review Board (IRB), NYU Office of Clinical Trials and any other appropriate parties in order to obtain approval to conduct human subjects research.
• Prepare, audit, and submit monthly enrollment statistics to the Office of Clinical Trials, and provide other information in a timely manner, as necessary.
• Be aware of the study regulatory status and keep an up-to-date copy of regulatory documents.
• Assist with the informed consent process and ensures that the patient/subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study.
• Follow through regularly with the patient/subjects, reminding them of visits, study activities, and compliance.
• Monitor any outward effects or issues regarding patient/subject safety and report this to the Principal Investigator, Physician, and Research Nurse as applicable.
• Collect and audit patient information for the research project(s).
• Abstraction of data from the patient chart (e.g., laboratory or diagnostic test results, surgical/radiation treatments delivered, adverse drug reactions, etc.).
• Abstraction of data for publications.
• Collection of data from outside physicians offices.
• Collection of data from participant surveys, interviews, focus groups, and other approved research tools.
• Prepare forms and reports, compile and analyze data, statistics, and other materials for reports.
• Conduct study visits and obtains and documents information within the time frame specified.
• Develops a preliminary draft budget and submits to the Director/Principal Investigator.
• Reviews sponsor-proposed budget for adequate coverage and recommends changes as appropriate.
• Assist in the preparation of funding reports to funding agencies and helps identify new potential sponsors/agents for trials and research.
• Monitor budget throughout trial.
• Combine and evaluate information and data to make decisions about the relative importance of information and choose the best solution to solve problems.
• Resolve complex situations and refers unresolved issues and questions to the supervisor with recommendations.
• Screen potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study.
• Gather information from the medical record, physician referral, advertisement, approved recruitment materials, or directly scheduling a visit, interview, or other study activity to evaluate the patient/subject.
• Review all the elements of the screening process with the Principal Investigator, including inclusion/exclusion criteria, completed informed consent, documentation of the event, and the patient/subject's willingness to participate in the study.
• Perform basic procedures as part of position expectations (clinical training and didactic competency tests may be required).
• Participate in ongoing continuing education in all areas of research development.
• Promote own professional growth and development in a research role and maintains current expertise in the area of practice.
• Maintain annual requirement of 10 CEUs in continuing research education; employee must demonstrate proof of ongoing research education.
• Serve as a resource to peers and works collaboratively with other disciplines within the area of expertise.
• Research, compile and consolidate data and conduct preliminary analyses of data collected for presentation to sponsoring and regulatory agencies.
• Provide reports to all necessary parties (e.g., the Principal Investigator, sponsoring agency, etc.) on the progress of the study as needed.
• Formulate, prepare database and generate preliminary measurement reports for review by PI.
• Complete assessments on study subjects/patients following protocol (with proper training).
• Continue to follow-through with items and patients as part of the research study.
• Assist with preparation of study materials, abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations as applicable.
• Participate in special projects and performs 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: Mid Level