Clinical Research Specialist, Commack

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in Commack, NY, seeks a Clinical Research Specialist to coordinate data collection and consent processes for clinical trials. The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with physicians and trial staff, and data integrity across CTMS and Epic systems.

Onsite schedule is typically 9–5 with some flexibility. Ideal candidates have patient-facing experience and value clinical research exposure, contributing to ethical, efficient studies centered on

Qualifications

• Experience in a patient-facing role.
• Prior experience in clinical research is highly valued.
• Familiarity with data entry and reconciliation in clinical research systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform research-related activities in clinic to ensure data collected and reviewed for compliance with guidelines.
• Communicate with attending physicians, staff, and nurses to ensure data collection is complete.
• Facilitate informed consent and re-consent visits for trials, including electronic and in-person workflows.
• Assist with timely and accurate data entry, review, and reconciliation in clinical research systems (CTMS, Epic).
• Reporting to the Clinical Research Supervisor and supporting a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Skills

Patient-facing

Clinical research

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Planning & prioritization

Problem-solving

Tools

CTMS

Epic

Job description

About Us

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Join our Commack Clinical Research team as a Clinical Research Specialist!

This position offers the opportunity to be part of meaningful, high-impact work where precision, compassion, and collaboration come together. Clinical research staff ensure that research is conducted ethically, efficiently, and with the patient at the center, supporting innovations that shape the future of medicine.

Role Overview

Coordinate and perform research-related activities in clinic to ensure all required study related data is collected and reviewed to ensure compliance with research guidelines. Communicate with attending physicians, administrative staff, clinical trial nurses to ensure all required data is collected appropriately from research participants. Facilitate informed consent and re-consent visits for therapeutic and non-therapeutic clinical trials, including electronic and in-person consent workflows. Assist with timely and accurate data entry, review, and reconciliation in clinical research systems (e.g., CTMS, Epic, and etc), as applicable.

Key Qualifications

Experience in a patient-facing role. Prior experience in clinical research is highly valued.

Core Skills

Attention to detail and interpersonal skills. Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments. Problem-solving to analyze situations, draw conclusions, and convey this information in a timely and proficient manner. Ability to work in a fast-paced and open environment Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact across all levels in a confident, professional manner. Enthusiasm and dedication to MSK's vision, mission, and values.

Additional Information

Location: Commack, NY Schedule: This is a fully onsite position, Monday through Friday. Standard hours are 9 AM to 5 PM; however, flexibility is required 1–2 days per week to accommodate an adjusted schedule of either 8 AM to 4 PM or 10 AM to 6 PM based on clinic needs. On days with the later schedule, hours may extend beyond 6 PM if the clinic runs longer than expected. Reporting to the Clinical Research Supervisor

Helpful Links

Compensation Philosophy Benefits Pay Range: $29.03 - $44.92 FSLA Status: Non-Exempt Closing: At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills. MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.