Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

Northwell Health•New York, NY

About The Position

The Senior Clinical Research Coordinator - Orthopedics exhibits technical and functional expertise in research through the development of protocols, hypotheses, and educational curricula. This role coordinates the daily activities of a designated study or group of studies and maintains industry relationships. The position also guides the training of faculty physicians, residents, medical students, and research staff on good clinical practice and external regulatory agency requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
3-5 years of relevant experience, required.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience in Orthopedics.

Responsibilities

Develops scientific protocols and generates hypotheses for research inquiries independently and in collaboration with faculty and trainees; provides technical and functional expertise in the area of research studies.
Creates and implements research education core curriculum for residents and faculty in conjunction with physician leadership; coordinates visiting professors for research topics; prepares lectures and presentations on research topics.
Drafts research policies with departmental leadership – participates on departmental research board to vet proposed projects for feasibility, ethics and academic rigor; prepares manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and scientific meetings.
Uses statistical software to analyze study data and interface with biostatisticians for analysis; engages physician leaders from various specialties to develop collaborative multidisciplinary research.
Oversees the administration of assessments as assigned and as related to study protocol.
Collects data, confers with PI and forwards results to sponsor (internal or external).
Interfaces with external agencies; organizes all phases of grant process for submission to funding agencies as necessary.
Oversees clinical research staff performing clinical functions i.e. phlebotomy, monitoring vital signs on study participants, etc., when warranted; educates family and contributes to the care and evaluation of subjects, including determining preliminary inclusion/ exclusion criteria.
Liaises with agencies, pharmaceutical companies, laboratories, and equipment and supply companies as needed; oversees availability of supplies and/or equipment for studies.
Identifies and pursues extramural funding opportunities through pursuit of grants and clinical trials; collaborates with physicians, investigators and other healthcare providers regarding subject care as necessary.
Operates under limited guidance and work assignments involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
Performs related duties as required.