Quality Improvement Research Analyst - Surgery

About the Role

The Quality Improvement Research Analyst is responsible for preparing data abstractions and analyses of clinical data, assisting in the design and testing of data collection instruments, and supporting project management and research activities. As a member of the project team, the analyst handles the identification, abstraction, and analysis of clinical data pertinent to clinical quality improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Data Abstraction:
  • Clinical data abstraction from Medical Records and other sources.
  • Maintains study log and case reports.
  • Tracks requests for data sources, such as Medical Records.
  • Conducts data abstractions to ensure reliability of data collected by participating health system hospitals for Quality Improvement projects.
• Development of Data Collection Instruments:
  • Assists Project Manager and Principal Investigator in the design of data collection tools (e.g., chart review tools, patient questionnaires).
  • Collaborates with the Project Team on designing and testing computerized data collection instruments.
  • Participates in pilot testing of data collection instruments.
  • Assists in the development of training materials.
  • Provides training to clinical abstractors from health system participating hospitals.
• Administrative and Research Activities:
  • Conducts literature searches on various topics and presents findings to the Principal Investigator.
  • Summarizes and synthesizes key clinical information from literature sources for use by the Principal Investigator.
  • Assists the Project Manager in providing staff support for committees and team meetings.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related science field.
• 3 years of experience in research and/or data analysis or a related field.

This is a non-bargaining unit position within the Surgery - ISM department at the Icahn School of Medicine.

About the Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with over 48,000 employees across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people by tackling complex healthcare challenges through innovation, research, and education.

The Health System includes over 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians, 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers, and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. Mount Sinai is consistently ranked among the top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, including high "Honor Roll" status, and is recognized for excellence in specialties such as geriatrics, cardiology, and ophthalmology.

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute to excellence in patient care, research, and education.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $58,661 - $74,000 annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and operational need.