Position: PAID Research Assistant (1 year, renewable)
Location: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York City
SUMMARY: The research assistant (RA) is an integral member of the orthopedic hand & upper extremity research team who participates in all aspects of research management, scientific study, manuscript preparation, authorship, and quality assurance. The RA will have the opportunity to shadow the Orthopedic attendings in clinical and surgical arenas.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conducts the informed consent process and oversees patient enrollment (requires appropriate training and certification of human research subjects training)
- Act as a resource for patients enrolled in clinical studies
- Act as a liaison between physicians and study participants·
- Spearheads efforts to meet patient enrollment targets related to independent research studies
- Manages data collection for research studies including but not limited to: collecting clinical data directly from patients, performing measurements for applicable studies, and managing the performance of all other duties as put forth in the protocol.
- Ensures timely data collection and entry
- Ensures accuracy of personnel transcribing data from a paper case report form (CRF) into an electronic format.
- Manages and executes all IRB submissions and ensures timeliness and accuracy of these submissions and no lapses in approvals for the study.
- Represents the Principal Investigator in departmental audits as well as external audits performed by representatives of the sponsor for each clinical research project.
- Works closely with HSS internal monitor for guidance on these activities.
- Prioritizes and schedules work activities to ensure that workflow is controlled and meets the need of the department. Communicates and maintains institutional/departmental policies, standard operating procedures, quality standards, improvement initiatives and external legal regulations/regulatory requirements.
- Leads weekly research meetings and updates and manages multiple research projects
- Participates in clinical, bench and cadaveric research studies.
- Has opportunities for authorship of scientific studies.
- Has opportunity to shadow the clinicians in the office and OR.
QUALIFICATIONS:A qualified candidate has exceptional written and oral communication skills and utilizes these skills in an effective manner to interface with a broad range of surgeons, clinical staff, management, external sponsors, and patients at HSS.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Training:
- Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred
- Certification preferred (or working towards)
Experience/Skills:
- Experience in clinical research
- Proficient use of computers and software
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
Applicants should email the following documents to Caroline Oliver ([email protected]):
- Formal cover letter
- Current resume/CV
- Unofficial transcripts
- Minimum two professional reference contacts
Selected applicants can expect a two-stage interview process. One with the current research fellow and research coordinator and the second with Dr. Fufa.
**Ability to start the position in April/May 2024 is highly desirable, but not required**
