Research Coordinator

About the role

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.