Research Coordinator

NYU Langone Health, through NYU Grossman School of Medicine, seeks a Research Coordinator to coordinate studies in the Division of Cardiology’s prevention center and cardio-rheumatology program. The role supports recruitment, enrollment, data collection, study coordination, regulatory compliance, and communication with patients, investigators, research teams, and funding agencies.

Responsibilities

Human Subjects' Research - As applicable, prepares and completes the submission of necessary documents required by the NYU Institutional Board (IRB), NYU Office of Clinical Trials, Bellevue Hospitals Research Committee, and any other appropriate parties in order to obtain approval to conduct human subjects research (e.g., ensures the update and submission of necessary documents and/or forms to appropriate destination). Might prepare, audit and submit monthly enrollment statistics to the Office of Clinical Trials, and provides other information in timely manner, as necessary

Study Regulations - Aware of study regulatory status and keep an up to date copy of regulatory documents. Conducts the informed consent process and ensure that the patient/subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study. Follows through regularly with the patient/subjects reminding them of visits and compliance. May monitor any outward effects or issues regarding patient/subject safety and report this to the Principal Investigator, clinician, and manager

Data Management - Responsible for collecting and auditing 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. Audits and manages data from and into the database. Prepares forms and reports, compiles and analyses data, statistics, and other materials for reports. Conducts study visits, obtains and documents information within the time frame specified

Budget Assists with development of a preliminary draft budget and submit to the PM/Asst. Director/Principal Investigator. Reviews sponsor-proposed budget for adequate coverage of PI and coordinator time and effort and recommend changes as appropriate. Assists in the preparation of funding reports to funding agencies and helps identify new potential sponsors/agents for trials and researches. Monitor budget throughout trial

Decision Making and Problem Solving- Combines and evaluates information and data to make decisions about relative importance of information and choosing the best solution to solve problems. Resolves complex situations and refers non resolved issues and questions with recommendation to supervisor

Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required

Recruitment - Screens potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study. This may include 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 being: inclusion/exclusion criteria, completed informed consent, documentation of the event and the patient/subject willingness to participate in the study

Clinical Competency As applicable, competency in performing EKG, 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 (training programs are provided through the SOM). Promotes own professional growth and development in research role and maintains current expertise in area of practice. Maintains annual requirement of 10 CEUs in continuing research education; employee must demonstrate proof of ongoing research education. Serves as a resource to peers and works collaboratively with other disciplines within the area of expertise

Reporting and Analysis- Researches, compiles and consolidates data and conducts preliminary analyzes to data collected 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. Formulates, prepares database and generates preliminary measurement reports for review by PI. May complete assessments on study subjects/patients following protocol (with proper training); continues to follow-through with items and patients as part of the research study

Preferred

Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Certification is preferred (required in some disciplines)

Knowledge of Cardiology terminology is preferred

Experience Working In An Academic Medical Center Preferred

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

Clinical Research Coordinator Certification

Cardiology Terminology

Academic Medical Center Experience

Effective Communication

Benefits

Financial security benefits

A generous time-off program

Employee resources groups for peer support

A holistic employee wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care

Company

Integrated academic health system for patient care, education, and research

New York, New York, USA

https://nyulangone.org/

Founded in 1841

10001+ employees

Qualifications

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

Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Certification is preferred (required in some disciplines)

Knowledge of Cardiology terminology is preferred

Experience Working In An Academic Medical Center Preferred

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

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

Required skills

Clinical Research Coordination, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Certification, Cardiology Terminology, Academic Medical Center Experience

Preferred skills

Knowledge of Cardiology terminology is preferred, Experience Working In An Academic Medical Center Preferred

Experience

2+ years