Research Coordinator

Columbia University Irving Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,300 - 70,500; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a candidate for an Officer of Administration position. This role involves identifying and tracking patients and coordinating data collection for clinical research projects. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and excels in organization, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in MS Word and Excel is required, along with knowledge of statistical analysis software. This is a regular position with a salary range of $66,300.00 - $70,500.00.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience.
• Proficiency in Windows Operating environment.
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, screen, consent and track patients.
• Coordinate data collection for research projects.
• Assist with hypothesis generation and protocol creation.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in MS Excel

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAS

SPSS

REDCap

EPIC

Job description

Grade 103

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $66,300.00 - $70,500.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Primary job functions include identifying, screening, consenting and tracking of patients. Will coordinate data collection, including, but not limited to, radiographic imaging, patient reported outcome instruments, and physical evaluations and histories and enter data into electronic data capture programs.

Responsibilities

• Will work closely with Pediatric Division attending’s, fellows, visiting fellows, residents, other research coordinators and the Division Leadership.
• Will assist with hypothesis generation, protocol and med consent creation.
• IRB/IACUC submission, applying for funding, consenting participants, data collection and analysis, manuscript preparation and submission, and presentation of findings.
• Will maintain an up-to-date knowledge of FDA, HIP AA regulations, IRB/IACUC/SPA/SPF policies and ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Attend and participate in departmental research-related meetings.
• In conjunction with other team members, will assist with the writing, submission, and managing of grants and other research funding in the Peds Division.
• Works with other research coordinators to write and maintain IRBs for the Peds Division.
• Will attend IRB informational meetings and seminars as needed.
• Will be knowledgeable about Columbia University data security and privacy measures, including HIP AA related items, for all research activities of the Peds Division.
• Other related activities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent organization skills, communication, and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in Windows Operating environment and MS Word and Excel required.
• Working knowledge of techniques and methodologies used in developing, coordinating, clinical research projects with working knowledge of database management, spreadsheet, and statistical analysis software.
• Willing to work occasional evenings and weekend hours. Capable of prioritizing, managing several projects at once, and taking responsibility for meeting deadlines.
• Some proficiency in statistical analysis and a basic knowledge of SAS/SPSS desired.
• Knowledge of the Columbia RASCAL system and IRB regulations, REDCap, EPIC and compliance issues is highly desired and/or special indicators if CUIMC.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran