Clinical Research Coordinator Genetics Clinical Trials

The Clinical Research Coordinator assists in the daily activities of clinical research studies obtains informed consent; collects maintains and organizes study information. Assists in preparing grant applications and documents (for e.g. Institutional Review Board Grants and Contracts Office).

The Clinical Trials Office in the Division of Medical Genetics seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator to join a team of investigators genetic counselors and research staff working in cutting-edge research for rare genetic conditions. Under the supervision of principal investigators and the Clinical Trials Office administration the Clinical Research Coordinator will report to the Associate Director of the CTO.

• Educating patients regarding study requirements and obtaining informed consent from research participants
• Collection of study data data entry and maintenance of research databases
• Assisting in the collection analysis and review of experimental data for publication and presentation.
• Recruitment of participants in clinical research studies
• Preparation and submission of research protocols and other regulatory documents to Institutional Review Boards
• Maintenance of source documents and subject files in accordance with Mount Sinai policies and procedures ensuring accurate confidential and complete compilation of data
• Collection and shipment of biospecimens
• Preparation for site visits from clinical research monitors auditors and regulatory agencies
• Serving as a liaison between patients clinical research organizations sponsors grants team Institutional Review Boards and the research team
• Attending research team meetings and conferences as needed
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Science or closely related field.
• No experience required. One year of research experience preferred.

Preferred:

• Strong verbal written and interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with patients and members of diverse populations
• Organizational problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and with careful attention to detail
• Experience working with clinical trial management systems including OnCore a plus
• Experience working with electronic medical records systems including Epic a plus
• Experience working with electronic regulatory binders a plus