Research Coordinator

The Research Coordinator administers and coordinates research study associated activities under the direction of the Operations Manager and in coordination with the Principal Investigators (PIs).

Responsibilities:

• Assists PIs with planning and coordinates the review and approval processes for research study protocols in accord with established policies and procedures.
• Ensures the smooth and efficient day to day operations of research and data collection activities; acts as primary administrative point of contact for internal research staff (nurses, data manager, and pharmacist) and as the operational liaison for other research organizations, funding agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Assists in training PIs and other research staff on the use of the e-research technology acquired by the NYRI.
• Plans and coordinates staffing of research studies to include recruitment and administration of research support as appropriate to the initiative.
• Supervises and coordinates the provision of support services to investigators and researchers
• Monitors the progress of research activities; develops and maintains records of research activities and, with the PIs, prepares periodic and ad hoc reports as required by funding agencies and other regulatory bodies.
• Implements quality control process throughout the conduct of trials.
• Ensures that all serious and non-serious adverse events are properly documented and reported appropriately.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Experience: Two to three years of experience in academic research or pharmaceutical industry setting preferred, and previous experience with clinical trials, required.

Education:  A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, required.

Licenses / Certifications:  N/A

Other: N/A

Special Requirements: N/A