Clinical Research Coordinator

Located in Manhattan, The New York Proton Center (NYPC) is one of the most unique and respected clinical partnerships in the world of proton therapy. The collaboration between Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Montefiore Medical Center and Mount Sinai Health System brings state of the art proton therapy treatment to the patients of New York and the surrounding areas. 

Our team at NYPC is comprised of highly motivated, passionate, professional and engaged individuals working together as a dynamic team to deliver an exceptional level of patient care, providing the most advanced proton therapy technology. We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package with flexibility for growth and career advancement.

If you meet the criteria and would like to be a part of our collaborative, innovative and patient focused team, please apply with a cover letter and copy of your resume, or CV, to the current opportunity listed below.  

Position Summary:

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will work under the direct supervision of the Clinical Research Manager. As an integral member of the clinical research team, the Clinical Research Coordinator will be responsible for conducting patient visits, coordinating studies, patient recruitment and prescreening, drawing blood including processing and shipping specimens, and data entry. The person in this role will collaborate with NYPC Physicians and other members of the clinical team. This position offers valuable research experience in Proton Therapy. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares IRB/Regulatory submissions, including initial submission, continuing reviews and amendments. Maintains knowledge of IRB reporting requirements and communicates as needed within specified timeframes
• Ensures protocol adherence and trains clinical staff on protocol-specific tasks
• Participates in tumor boards and other committees, as assigned
• Facilitates, maintains, and coordinates all logistical aspects of clinical trials with all staff in accordance with Good Clinical Practice, sponsor, local, and federal regulations
• Ensures accurate and complete submission of all study documentation, source documentation, and case report forms as required by study sponsors
• Indicates to billing department which patient visits and procedures are study related or not
• Actively prepares for and participates in monitoring and auditing activities
• Serves as central contact between Principal Investigators, co-Investigators, study team, sponsors and study site participants regarding study procedures, patient concerns, serious safety events, and other protocol-related issues
• Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with other departments and team members. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical and non-clinical disciplines
• Able to effectively and consistently balance multiple priorities
• Displays professional conduct in the presence of research subjects, research staff, sponsors, regulators, and study monitors
• Participates in professional growth and development activities and shares knowledge from continuing education program with co-workers
• Proficient in numerous database systems to document and maintain all research-related tasks
• As needed, recommends quality and/or process improvement initiative in order to effectively and efficiently perform research at the New York Proton Center
• Performs basic laboratory draws/activities as needed (preferred)
• Perform clerical/organizational work, quality control, and budget management, if needed
• Comply with all New York Proton Center policies related to Privacy Rules established under the Health Information Privacy and Portability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
• Perform other job-related duties, as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required (i.e., psychology, sociology, biological science, statistics, public health)
• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator/Professional preferred; CCRC or CCRP
• Must be certified in Basic Life Support/CPR
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols
• High degree of organizational talents, data collection and analysis skills
• Hands on experience with medical software and MS Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills

About the Area:

New York City is a major metropolitan city and is home to world-renowned cultural offerings. Outdoor attractions include a variety of parks and greenspaces including Central Park, the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, the Bronx Zoo, and the High Line; multiple waterfronts on the island afford convenient access to scenic activities. Cultural activities abound in Broadway, Madison Square Garden, Lincoln Center, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Museum of Modern Art; iconic sites include the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and the One World Trade Center; championship teams in every major league sport; shopping abounds in SoHo, Fifth Avenue, Chelsea Market, and the Fashion district; and dining offerings are second to none. The New York Proton Center, situated in Manhattan, is well-located for city living and suburb living, with multiple suburbs located 25 minutes from the Center, home to some of the best public school systems in the country. 

The salary range and/or hourly rate displayed is a determination of base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.  NYPC takes into consideration several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skillset, experience and training, licensure and certifications, internal equity and other business and organizational needs.

The New York Proton Center (NYPC) strives to maintain a workplace that accepts and appreciates the differences among our employees. The company will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, status with respect to public assistance or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.