Senior Research Coordinator - Obs/Gyn ***Brooklyn***

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Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Research Coordinator.

The Senior Research Coordinator will be responsible for initiating, coordinating and managing research studies conducted within the Department of OB/GYN with focus on the SMART-BP randomized clinical trial. This trial aims to evaluate optimal management of blood pressure after delivery in patients with preeclampsia. Assists with managing the recruitment process, enrollment, and study visit coordination for the trial. Ensures the accurate execution of research protocols in accordance with Good Clinical Practices, HIPAA, and required obligations to patient/subject, Principal Investigators, research team and the sponsor. Interfaces directly with patients/subjects and the Principal Investigator in support of the study aims if applicable. Provides guidance to other research study support staff. Reports to Study PIs and works in collaboration with the department Business Manager.

Job Responsibilities:

• Human Subjects Research - as applicable, offer guidance on the submission of necessary documents required by the NYU Institutional Review Board (IRB), and any other appropriate parties in order to obtain approval to conduct human subjects research (e.g., ensures the update and submission of necessary documents and/or forms to appropriate destination). Secures accurate signatures and forwards documents and/or forms to appropriate destination. Ensures the accurate execution of research protocols in accordance with Good Clinical Practices, HIPAA and required obligations to patient/subject, Principal Investigator, research team and the sponsor. Monitors any outward effects or issues regarding patient/subject safety and reports this to the appropriate party.
• Reporting - Prepares progress reports and presentations to sponsoring and regulatory agencies, as well as to internal department stakeholders. Prepares and provides reports to all necessary parties (e.g., the principal investigator, sponsoring agency, etc.) on the progress of the study as needed. Recommends changes/additions to established data fields. Analyses data collected, formulates, prepares database and generates a complete measurement report for review by the director.
• Study Regulations - Aware of study regulatory status and assist with keeping an up-to-date copy of regulatory documents. Assists with the informed consent process and ensures that the patient/subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study. Reminds patient/subjects of visits and compliance in a consistent manner. Provides support to faculty as it pertains to study regulatory requirements, offers guidance on navigating study set up and IRB approval process.
• Data Analysis - Researches, compiles and consolidates data and conducts preliminary analyzes to data collected for presentation to sponsoring and regulatory agencies. Provides reports to all necessary parties (e.g., the principal investigator, sponsoring agency, etc.) on the progress of the study as needed. Formulates, prepares database and generates preliminary measurement reports for review by PI. May complete assessments on study subjects/patients following protocol (with proper training); continues to follow-through with items and patients as part of the research study.
• Project Management - Oversees planning/management of study activities and of multiple projects as assigned. Reviews progress of projects and initiate appropriate actions to achieve target objectives.
• Recruitment - Manages the recruitment process for study/program. Screens potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study daily. This may include gathering information from the medical record, physician referral, advertisement and directly scheduling a visit to evaluate the patient/subject. Reviews all the elements of the screening process with the Principal Investigator that being: inclusion/exclusion criteria, completed informed consent, documentation of the event and the patient/subject willingness to participate in the study.
• Decision Making and Problem Solving - Combines and evaluates information and data to make decisions about relative importance of information and choosing the best solution to solve problems. Resolves complex situations based on established policies and procedures and refers non solved issues and questions to the supervisor.
• Promoting Awareness of the Study: Working collaboratively with obstetric providers and nurses on L&D to increase awareness about the study with the goal to promote patient referrals.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.
• This position will be located on-site at NYU Langone Hospital in Brooklyn to recruit patients at this location/facility.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business administration, health care administration or related discipline. Minimum of four years of progressively responsible related experience coordinating clinical/research trials studies. Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as World, Excel, Access, Powerpoint and Outlook. Familiar with Internet applications. Effective oral, written, communication, interpersonal skills. Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management and must work and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers. Ability to work within a team environment as well as independently. Ability to work and make decisions independently. Time management skills and ability to multitask. Strong understanding and knowledge base of coordination requirements associated with clinical/research trials. Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems; ability to work well under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in life sciences, public health, health care administration, or related discipline is highly desirable. OBGYN and/or womens healthcare or research experience preferred. Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office suite, REDCap, Qualtrics, and EPIC. Effective oral, written, communication, interpersonal skills. Ability to work and make decisions independently. Time management skills and ability to multitask. Ability to prioritize effectively and handle shifting priorities professionally. Strong understanding and knowledge base of coordination requirements associated with clinical/research studies. Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems.
Experience in large, hierarchical institutions, excellent interpersonal and written/oral communications skills required along with tact and diplomacy. This position will participate in the activities of a research division which fosters a culture of kindness, inclusion, integrity, accountability, and excellence.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

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