Clinical Research Coordinator - Cardiology

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary:
  Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range:$66,300 - $66,350 Annual

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Under the direction and supervision of the Principle Investigator and Director, the Clinical Research Coordinator will play a key role in regulatory start-up, maintenance and closeout of protocols. Additionally, the Clinical Research Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining clinical research study databases.

• Coordinates all aspects of protocol submission for research projects.
• Prepares and submits all necessary documents to the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
• Ensures maintenance of up-to-date regulatory records and compliance with industry deadlines.
• Coordinates site visits and audits of clinical trials.
• Provides assistance for specified investigator-initiated trials.
• Serves as the resource for detailed information on assigned protocols and other investigational research activities.
• Attends conferences regarding clinical trials and disseminates information to clinical staff.
• Clearly and effectively communicates with study subjects, clinicians, and other health care providers, ancillary staff, sponsors, and research office staff.
• Complete and maintain the required training for participation in clinical research, including but not limited to, Human Subjects Protection training and Clinical Research Coordinator Course.
• Assures Investigator Site Files are ready for inspections, audits and monitoring visits.
• Maintains electronic and hard copy files.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in training, education and/or experience, plus two years of related experience; or advanced degree can substitute for experience.

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

• The ideal candidate will show a demonstrated ability to multi-task, operate efficiently, learn and adapt quickly.
• High level of attention to detail and knowledge of basic statistics.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with a wide range of constituencies, and exercise tact and discretion when interacting with faculty, administrators and students.
• Communication skills include excellent written communication skills, compassion, discretion, and follow-through.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe.
• Participation in Medical Surveillance Program:
  • Contact with patients and/or human research subjects
  • Potential blood borne pathogen exposure
• Must successfully complete applicable systems and compliance training requirements.

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.