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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Associate Clinical Research Coordinator - Cancer Center Clinical Trials - Mineola. In this role, the successful candidate will be an active participant in the coordination of cancer-related clinical research studies from research planning to completion. The Associate Clinical Research Coordinator (aCRC) performs study coordination tasks under the direction of the investigator and works closely with the Research Nurse and other CRCs to ensure overall compliance in the conduct of the study and adherence to the approved study protocol.
Job Responsibilities:
- Work with licensed clinicians to develop tracking forms for all active trials and maintain them throughout the life cycle of the protocol.
- Provide updates to study team members regarding changes to workflow or patient-related specific needs according to protocol modifications.
- Schedule participants according to the approved protocol; coordinate with ancillary service providers to ensure patients remain adherent to the protocol.
- Prepare for study visits: bio specimen collection, research ticket preparation, lab and EKG orders, scheduling of biopsies and scans, facilitating RECIST form, AE and Conmed form completion in conjunction with licensed professionals.
- Act as primary point of contact for all bio specimen collections.
- Compile and submit weekly pharmacy lists to investigational pharmacy.
- Monitor infusion chair assignments; assure patient assignments are aligned with protocol requirements.
- Help to reconcile any clinical discrepancies in data with RDAs and RCs.
- Maintain follow-up calendar ensuring all survival follow-up assessments are completed per the protocol.
- May perform EKGs with documented training.
- Initiates vial assignment by DCU and coordinates with Infusion Nurses and Pharmacy to ensure timely dispensation of IP.
- Participates in Pre-Screening activities to identify patients that may be eligible for a clinical trial.
- Under the supervision of licensed clinicians, administers ancillary assessments (e.g., Quality of Life Exam).
- Participates in the feasibility and complexity assessment process for new protocols.
- Assists patients in understanding the schedule of assessments according to the approved protocol.
- Under the supervision of the investigator, may take part in AE and Con Med documentation and reporting activities.
- Helps compile enrollment packet materials.
- Facilitate collection of biofluid research specimens for clinical trials.
- Maintain basic knowledge of research study design and clinical research specimen collection procedures associated with clinical trials.
- Complete necessary Biological Hazard training provided for the proper handling and collection of biological substances.
- Respond to requests for clinical collection materials in a timely manner.
- Maintain clean laboratory facilities and shared bench spaces.
- Monitor transport and receipt of collected research biofluid samples on a daily basis.
- Centrifuge, process, prepare, ship, and/or store biological material in accordance with sponsor protocols.
- Manage study specimen inventories and clinical biospecimen collection supply inventories for multiple studies.
- Collaborate with various NYU School of Medicine and Hospital personnel involved in assisting with specific aspects of each study.
- May attend site initiation visits and monitoring visits in relation to protocol specimen requirements.
- Record, update, edit, and maintain confidential information related to research biospecimens.
- Perform all responsibilities in accordance with institutional and CTO Standard Operating Procedures and Good Clinical Practice standards.
- Supports pre-screening as needed for potential patients.
- Performs additional duties as necessary, including the development of SOPs, policy changes, education sessions, and quality improvement projects.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have an Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer literate with good interpersonal writing and verbal communication skills. 1 year of relevant experience required either as a research coordinator with biospecimen processing or laboratory experience or clinical experience. Prior experience working with centrifuges and handling biofluid specimens is preferred. Strong time management skills and ability to work well under pressure and deadlines. Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work and make decisions in a team setting and independently under the direction of a supervisor. Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems. Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Familiar with internet applications, intermediate competency in medical terminology, and an advanced competency in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and federal regulations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferably in science, public health, health education, or a related field. Professional certification (ACRP CCRC or SOCRA CCRP).
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island 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.
NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
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 $62,400.00 - $64,490.40 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.
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