Clinical Research Assistant-MSM-FT Days

About the role

The Clinical Research Assistant assists in the daily activities of clinical research studies, including collection and organization of study information. The role also supports the preparation of grant applications and documents (e.g., Institutional Review Board, Grants and Contracts Office) and provides clerical support to Clinical Research Coordinators and others in the assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and screen participants for eligibility.
• Register subjects with the sponsoring agency and administer lifestyle questionnaires.
• Collect and record study data.
• Input all information into the study database.
• Assist in preparing grant applications and IRB/GCO submissions and filings.
• Maintain source documents and subject files in accordance with hospital procedures.
• Ensure accurate and complete compilation of subject data through chart reviews.
• Secure, deliver, and ship clinical specimens as required by the protocol.
• Assist in preparation for monitoring visits.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Science or a closely related field preferred, or high school diploma/GED plus two years of related experience.
• One year of experience in a research environment preferred.

Employer Description

Strength through Unity and Inclusion – The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences.

About the Mount Sinai Health System

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees across eight hospitals, over 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. The system advances health for all people by tackling complex health‑care challenges—discovering and applying new scientific knowledge, developing safer and more effective treatments, educating the next generation of medical leaders, and supporting local communities with high‑quality care. Through integration of hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health‑care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint‑venture outpatient surgery centers throughout New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. It is consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals, receiving high “Honor Roll” status and top rankings in numerous specialties.

Compensation

Salary range: $23.01 – $23.01 per hour. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and operational need. This range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.