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Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Coordinator. We are seeking a Research Coordinator to support a portfolio of clinical research projects in the Department of Pediatrics at NYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine. The Research Coordinator will work with Medical Center staff and departments, including Directors, Managers, Research Staff, and will interface with patients and their families. Responsibilities include providing intermediate to complex range of coordination for clinical research studies and trials. They will assist with recruitment, enrollment, research data collection and study coordination. Performs intraoperative monitoring and serves as liaison with the IRB and the internal and external funding agencies. Ensures 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 Investigators. Works under general supervision.

Job Responsibilities:

• Recruitment and Enrollment Position requires understanding of inclusion and exclusion of all studies. Efforts to meet recruitment and enrollment goals include education, networking, engaging other groups such as management, providers, datacore and community engagement, and schedule and chart reviews. Position requires ability to speak with patients and their families about opportunities and provide informed consent as per policy. Screens potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study and schedules the initial visits. This may include researching and gathering information from the medical record, physician referral, advertisement and directly scheduling a visit to evaluate the patient/subject. Reviews all the elements of the screening process with the Principal Investigator that include but not limited to: inclusion/exclusion criteria, completed informed consent, documentation of the event and the patient/subject willingness to participate.
• Research Activities - Collects patient information for the research project(s). This may include 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, or data collection from outside physicians offices. Uses tools to facilitate data collection (e.g. calendars, schedules, tracking logs, etc). Audits and updates the database or the case report forms. Prepares for and conducts study visits, obtains and documents information within the time frame specified.
• Study Regulations - Aware of study regulatory status and helps keep an up to date copy of regulatory documents. Performs ongoing informed consent and follows through regularly with the patient/subjects and reminds them of visits and compliance. If applicable, updates and submits 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. Secures accurate signatures and forwards documents and/or forms to appropriate destination. Might prepare and submit monthly enrollment statistics to the Office of Clinical Trials and provide other information in timely manner, as necessary.
• Clinical Competency - Position may require competency in clinical responsibilities as per protocol such as vitals and/or weight and height, phlebotomy technique, centrifuge, handling, storing and shipping of specimens. Clinical training and didactic competency tests may be required to perform basic procedures as part of position expectations. In house training and certification will be provided. Other trainings and competencies may be included as required.
• Continuous Learning - Position requires ongoing continuing education in all areas of research development. It is expected that the employee demonstrates proof of ongoing research education and learning. Training programs are provided through the NYU and the office of science and research.
• Reporting and Analysis - Gathers and compiles data and assists in preparing data for presentation to sponsoring and regulatory agencies. Provides reports to all necessary parties (e.g., the principal investigator, sponsoring agency, etc.) on the progress of the study as needed. Conduct primary analysis to data collected. Formulates, prepares database and generates preliminary measurement reports for review.
• Submissions - Assists in the preparation of research applications and related activities such as grant submissions, study site initiation or study site visits. Collects and organizes required paperwork if required. Follows up and coordinates resolution of all issues to the sponsors.
• Participates in special projects, quality improvement efforts and performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a Bachelor's degree in life sciences, allied health or equivalent in a related discipline and 0-1 years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Effective oral, written, communication, interpersonal skills. Must be able to work under the direction of supervision. Ability to operate research related equipment. Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, Power Point and Outlook. Familiar with Internet applications. Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Time management skills and ability to work well under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of basic medical terminology is preferred, but not required. Prior experience working in an academic medical center environment. Prior experience working with Research Protocols. Flexible schedule to be able to perform subject visits as per protocol. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management. Exceptional organizational and time management skills, demonstrated through experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and maintaining attention to detail in dynamic environments and ability to work well under pressure. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively. Strong project management abilities, including planning, prioritizing, and coordinating complex research activities, managing timelines and resources, and ensuring successful completion of deliverables in dynamic environments. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with multiple stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, and sponsors. We are looking for a candidate for 1+ year commitment.

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

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NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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