COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK

Clinical Research Coord I

  • 547229
  • Columbia University Medical Center
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Full Time
  • Opening on: Jan 31 2025
  • Grade 103
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  • Job Type: Officer of Administration
  • Bargaining Unit:
  • Regular/Temporary: Temporary
  • End Date if Temporary: 12/31/2025
  • Hours Per Week: 35
  • Standard Work Schedule:
  • Building:
  • Salary Range: $64,300.00 - $67,000.00
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

Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) provides global leadership in scientific research, health and medical education, and patient care. Home to approximately 4,472 students and over 3,000 part-time and full-time faculty members, the health sciences campus includes the four professional schools—the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, the College of Dental Medicine, the School of Nursing, and the Mailman School of Public Health.

Our staff is pivotal in facilitating and advancing these cutting-edge research endeavors. Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) are key members of research teams at Columbia. They collaborate closely with Principal Investigators (PIs) managing and overseeing the various aspects of clinical trials and research. Key responsibilities and tasks include study coordination, data collection, regulatory compliance, and serving as a Research liaison. The ideal candidate would need strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

A background in research or health administration is a plus, but not a requirement.

Temporary Position 1 year (Grant Funded)

Responsibilities

Clinical Trials Coordination
• Responsible for day-to-day aspects of study protocol tasks including participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, and follow-up with study participants, specimen processing, and other key protocol elements under direct supervision.
• Effectively communicate and maintain relationships with potential study subjects, participants, clinicians, other health care providers, sponsors, and research office staff to support the successful administration of clinical trials.
• Assist with the coordination of research team meetings, investigator check-ins, sponsor visits, external audits, and other stakeholder engagement activities. Supports research team members on various clinical trials or study related tasks.
• Maintain accurate and complete clinical research files, which may include administering questionnaires and maintenance of case report forms (CRFs)
• Complete data entry activities with supervision and support as needed. Data entry may include Protected Health Information (PHI), clinical and billing or other administrative data.
• Possess understanding and awareness of Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA).
• Coordinate financial transactions related to the study including compensation to study subjects for their participation and helping them troubleshoot any issues.
• Adhere to workplace and patient safety protocols, monitor the area and ensure compliance with ethical and safety standards for research, and maintain research supply inventor, requesting additional items as needed.
• Assists in submission of closeout documents to applicable agencies and sponsoring parties in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
• Ensure timely notification and/or communication between the Principal Investigator and compliance offices and study sponsors.
Continuous Improvement
• Participates in and/or supports assigned team projects and initiatives and escalates issues or potential barriers.
• Keeps current on all organizational policies, goals, and initiatives.
• Successfully completes all required university, systems, and department trainings.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, training, and experience.
• Must possess a customer service orientation, with the ability to interact and collaborate positively, constructively, and effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Capacity to work semi-independently and successfully within teams in a deadline driven, multi- tasking environment.
• Strong commitment to fostering diversity and equity.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills.
• Ability and willingness to learn new systems and programs.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish and English or French and English).

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a relevant clinical research field.
• Familiarity with Columbia health and research systems.
• Education in a scientific, health-related, or business administration program or experience with observational research or in laboratory setting.
• Experience with electronic medical records and/or research data entry, including REDCap and Qualtrics, iLab, or OpenSpeciman.
• Knowledge of clinical research systems and processes, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, HIPAA, IRB and other regulatory and compliance activities.
• Phlebotomy certification.

 

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is dedicated to the goal of building a multicultural faculty and staff committed to teaching, working and serving in a diverse community, and strongly encourages applications from candidates of traditionally underrepresented backgrounds.

We are continuously seeking to recruit individuals who will enhance the diversity of our workplace and the effectiveness of our organization.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

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