Research Data Associate * Must have bilingual fluency in Spanish and English *

NYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine is hiring a Research Data Associate to support clinical research projects in the Department of Pediatrics. The role focuses on recruiting and engaging participants, collecting and managing study data, supporting research and IRB processes, and conducting medical chart reviews.

Responsibilities

• RDA will primarily be recruiting research participants and obtaining informed consent. The RDA will recruit and enroll participants from the waiting room of a large public hospital. They will efficiently screen potential participants using study eligibility criteria and document outreach and enrollment activities. They will follow up with enrolled participants to complete assessments including semi-structured qualitative interviews and co-design workshops. They will track participants through the life course of the study
• The RDA may be responsible for conducting literature searches and systematic reviews to support research initiatives. The RDA may assist with preparing submissions for grants and manuscripts, ensuring timely completion of all required documents. The RDA may be responsible for translating project-related documents. Additional program duties are to assist with research dissemination efforts, including preparing PowerPoint presentations, posters, and other materials for conferences and publications
• The RDA will create projects and instruments on RedCap with training provided as needed and will enter all assessment data into RedCap and Excel. The RDA will assist with data cleaning and data management. The RDA will provide data entry, ensuring data quality and integrity. The RDA will learn how to perform basic data analysis, with an opportunity to use statistical software such as Stata and R. The RDA will also engage in qualitative data analysis using software such as Dedoose, so experience is preferred (and not required). Training will be provided by Dr. Duh-Leong and the study team as relevant and needed
• The RDA will support the preparation of Institutional Review Board (IRB) materials including the original protocol, amendments, updates, and renewals, as well as keeping track of all study team member requirements. The RDA will assist with the upkeep of the Study Regulations binder
• The RDA will complete medical chart review at study time points in order to collect vital signs, weight, and any applicable medical information. This includes using the medical record systems at Bellevue, NYU Langone Health, and NYU Langone Brooklyn, and requesting medical charts from other institutions where families may have transferred. The RDA will enter all medical chart review data into Redcap
• The RDA will work closely with the PI, research team, and external collaborators to meet project goals and deadlines

Preferred

• BA or BS in Public Health-related field or plus one-year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, demonstrated through experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and maintaining attention to detail in dynamic environments
• Prior experience in a health care settings and/or research level interviews is preferred, especially in roles that involve direct interaction with patients or community members
• Facility with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience or interest in using Stata and/or R for data analysis, GIS for geospatial and Dedoose for qualitative analysis
• BA or BS in Public Health-related field or plus one-year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Public Health Knowledge
• Healthcare Experience
• Research Interviewing
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Stata
• R
• Data Analysis
• GIS
• Geospatial Analysis
• Dedoose
• Qualitative Analysis
• Project Management
• Patient Engagement
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• A generous time-off program
• Employee resource groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care
• Flexible working hours and location (remote, in-person, off-site at community partners location on occasion)

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

• Must have bilingual fluency in Spanish and English
• To qualify you must have an Associate's degree plus one year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Computer literate with good interpersonal, writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Fluency in Spanish (written and spoken) is required
• Ability to work and make decisions independently
• Comfortable working with people and in sensitive situations including in busy clinical settings
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management
• Strong commitment to health equity and addressing social determinants of health
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• BA or BS in Public Health-related field or plus one-year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, demonstrated through experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and maintaining attention to detail in dynamic environments
• Prior experience in a health care settings and/or research level interviews is preferred, especially in roles that involve direct interaction with patients or community members
• Facility with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience or interest in using Stata and/or R for data analysis, GIS for geospatial and Dedoose for qualitative analysis
• To qualify you must have an Associate's degree plus one year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required skills

• Clinical Research, Dedoose, GIS, Informed Consent, Medical Chart Review, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Participant Recruitment, Qualitative Interviews, R, REDCap, Stata

Experience

• 1+ years