Research Data Associate

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Data Associate.

The research data associate is responsible for providing direct data and/or clinical research support of clinical trials, studies, and general research, under direct supervision. Works with clinical research center, CTSI, Beyond Bridges, and other medical center staff, including directors, managers, clinical information systems, research nursing, and regulatory services, and staff in other NYU Langone Health departments as needed. May also interface with patients and their families, community partners, and high school, undergraduate, and medical students and other clinical research center trainees. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, an understanding of medical research processes, and a genuine commitment to patient care and the communities we serve. The role is based at the NYULH Brooklyn Clinical Research Center with a multi-disciplinary research team that is dedicated to conducting clinical research in the community.

Job Responsibilities:

• Utilizes established quantitative and qualitative methodologies to collect patient, partner, staff, and/or trainee information for both research and evaluation project(s); gathers and compiles data, statistics, and other materials as needed. Inputs clinical and nonclinical data into the database and/or case report forms. Extracts data for publications or provides data collection from outside physicians offices. May perform library searches and retrieve reference materials from various sources and request articles from medical journals. 

• Ensures protocol compliance. Follows standard steps regarding eligibility criteria, follow-up process and documentation. 

• Compiles data and assists in consolidating and analyzing data for presentation to sponsoring and regulatory agencies. Reviews data with supervisor and then provides reports to all parties (eg, data and safety monitoring committee, the principal investigator, sponsoring agency, etc) on the progress of the study.  

• Recruits and screens potential patients/subjects for eligibility to the study. 

• Interacts with patient/subject and families in a courteous and professional manner. Collaborates with various personnel that may be involved with specific aspects in the study. 

• Demonstrates knowledge of policies and procedures of the host institution where the study is being conducted, including the regulatory requirements such as IRB and other approvals if necessary. 

• Initiates and continues regular contact with patients; encourages visit reminders and compliance to research; ensures contact with patients and their families is courteous, effective, professional, and cooperative.  

• Gathers, properly packages, stores, and transfers slides, samples, and other important materials. Coordinates the shipment and transfer of varied types of materials among the various departments and labs.  

• May complete assessments on study subjects/patients per protocol (with proper training); continue to follow through with items and patients as part of research study.  

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Associate's degree plus one year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer literate with good interpersonal, writing and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree, preferably in science, public health, health education, or a related field
Prior experience in healthcare or research settings
Prior patient education experience
Knowledge of research methodologies, protocols, and regulatory requirements
Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate and confidential patient records
Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems and other relevant software applications (eg, REDCap, Qualtrics), including qualitative research tools (eg, Dedoose, Atlas.ti)
Familiarity with medical terminology and the ability to comprehend scientific literature
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care, with a commitment to ensuring patient safety and well-being
Proficiency in another language is a plus

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $29.55 - $29.56 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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