City/State:

Bronx, New York

Grant Funded:

Yes

Department:

Bargaining Unit:

1199

Work Shift:

Day

Work Days:

MON-FRI

Scheduled Hours:

8:30 AM-5 PM

Scheduled Daily Hours:

7.5 HOURS

Hourly Rate:

$43.49

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CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Reporting directly to the Directors of the Hemophilia Treatment Center (HTC) and Hematology (Pediatric and Adult), the Clinical Research Assistant coordinates clinical research activities within the divisions, including internal protocols, industry-sponsored protocols, and large multicenter trials.

The Clinical Research Assistant works under general supervision to screen, enroll, and follow study subjects, ensuring protocol compliance and close monitoring while subjects are on study. This role establishes and maintains strong working relationships with the CDC, ATHN, HTRS, HRSA, and other organizations, affiliates, and community groups.

The Clinical Research Assistant may train other associates on specific tasks, as required, and performs related duties as assigned. The role supports the Hematology Division by managing research project activities and ensuring the quality and integrity of data collection. The Clinical Research Assistant may also assist the Principal Investigator (PI) with study development, protocol execution, and data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement study protocols

• Perform and manage data collection and quality control activities

• Conduct data analysis and regular audits to ensure completeness, accuracy, and protocol compliance

• Develop recruitment strategies and recruit candidates into studies

• Interview study participants and oversee the participant recruitment process

• Obtain informed consent for select studies and ensure consent forms are properly filed

• Prepare reports and IRB submissions and follow up on IRB and study subject issues

• Develop progress reports for the Principal Investigator, study funding agencies, and the IRB

• Develop and implement methods to track and follow up with study participants

• Keep the Director informed of study status and any changes affecting recruitment, tracking, or study execution

• Make recommendations to the Principal Investigator and Administrator regarding supplies, equipment, and software needs

• Oversee questionnaires to ensure completeness and accuracy

• Assist the Principal Investigator with the preparation of grant proposals (new and competing renewals)

• Communicate study requirements to all individuals involved in the study

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of relevant experience (required)

 

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