We are seeking a seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to provide administrative and scientific support for a clinical research study of Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. The study is a collaboration between the Department of Pathology (Neuropathology) at Mount Sinai and the Department of Neurology at the James J. Peters (Bronx) VA Medical Center, and includes regular on-site work at both locations.
This is a full-time position with a generous benefits package though Mount Sinai.
Major responsibilities include:
• Screening and recruitment of potential research participants, scheduling research appointments, and obtaining informed consent
• Checking vital signs and administering research questionnaires
• Collection and shipment of blood or other biological samples (training will be provided)
• Extraction of clinical data from the electronic medical record
• Entry of data into a research database (REDCap)
• Assisting with IRB and other regulatory paperwork and submissions
• Interfacing with clinicians and research scientists at VA sites and Mount Sinai Hospital
• Preparation of reports for statistical analysis and publication
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Interest or experience in neurology/neuroscience, medicine, psychology, or clinical research
Highly desired but not required:
• Familiarity with electronic medical records or research databases such as REDCap
• Experience with IRB protocol submission and HIPAA regulations
• Prior experience with administration of research questionnaires
• Spanish language proficiency
Time commitment
• Full time, minimum of 2 years
To apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to melissa.nirenberg@mssm.edu, with subject line “Neurology Clinical Research Coordinator application”. Your cover letter should include your available start date and the number of years for which you are seeking employment.