Research Interviewer

Research Foundation Cuny; New York (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization based in New York is seeking a Research Interviewer to conduct survey interviews and manage data for the World Trade Center Heart Study. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in health research studies. Strong organizational and communication skills are necessary, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This full-time role offers a pay range of $44,000 - $45,000, and entails working 35 hours a week with a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in science or biology.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience in health research studies.
• Strong references from previous employers required.
• Human Subjects Protection training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct survey interviews by phone for participants.
• Request medical record release authorizations as needed.
• Contact participants via mail to complete surveys.
• Enter sensitive medical data into the database.
• Participate in database training and team meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Teamwork

Spanish proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in science, biology, or related field

Job description

Research Interviewer page is loaded## Research Interviewerlocations: Flushing, New Yorktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: JR156Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY)! We are thrilled that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join our team.Primary Location:QUEENS COLLEGEBargaining Unit:NoThe Barry Commoner Center at Queens College is seeking a Research Interviewer to work on the World Trade Center Heart Study at the Barry Commoner Center (in-person position). The successful candidate will assist the project manager with active annual follow-up activities.**Interviewer Responsibilities:*** Conduct survey interviews by phone for all participants using the FileMaker platform.* Request authorization for medical record releases when needed.* Contact current WTC Heart participants via mail to invite them to complete surveys.* Enter sensitive and confidential medical data using the FileMaker Pro database.* Maintain custody of study records.* Participate in meetings and database training sessions.* Print and distribute the annual WTC-Heart Newsletter and flyers.* Other duties as assigned.Work Hours: Full-time position (35 hours/week) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with 1-hour lunch break.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in science, biology, or related field, with at least 1 year of relevant work experience in health research studies* Strong references from previous employers (Please include these references in your application)* Human Subjects Protection training preferred (e.g., CITI certification)* Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills* Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities* Comfortable working both independently and in a team environment* Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, teamwork, and proactive work approach* Strong attention to detail* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel* Spanish proficiency preferredPay Range:$44,000 - $45,000**RFCUNY Benefits****Equal Employment Opportunity Statement** The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.