Trauma Service Research Coordinator

Join Us At Hospital For Special Surgery

How you move is why we're here. Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let's talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Job Qualifications

EDUCATION Required

Bachelor's degree

EDUCATION Preferred

Masters degree

CERTIFICATION Required

ACRP, SOCRA, or similar certification preferred

EXPERIENCE Required

3-5 years of clinical research experience

Statistical analysis experience preferred

EXPERIENCE - Preferred

Familiarity with data capture platforms such as RedCap and EMRs (Epic) preferred

SKILLS Required

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, and Word

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, customer service, and interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice for the handling of specimens and blood

Knowledge of Human Subjects research regulations and HIPAA compliance

Knowledge of FDA regulations for clinical trials

SKILLS Preferred

Knowledge of Orthopaedic terminology is preferred

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about the department and traverse the hospital campus. Examples: executive, management, administrative and secretarial positions.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians.

HAZARDS

OSHA Category 2

Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials; but employment may require performing unplanned Category 1 tasks

Behavioral & Leadership Competencies:

Performance Mindset: Demonstrates critical thinking to identify challenges impacting work and recommends solutions. Takes measurable action to change, learn, and grow.

Communication: Communicates in a clear and organized manner that achieves desired results. Speaks and writes professionally and respectfully. Listens actively and empathetically.

Collaboration: Understands how one's work connects and intersects with other team member's work and HSS' goals. Actively works with others and engages in dialogue when differences exist. Is open to receiving feedback.

Empowerment: Shares ideas and points of view. Volunteers to take on stretch assignments and/or additional responsibilities identified by and/or with manager.

Engagement: Cares about the mission of HSS. Is an active participant in meetings and interactions with colleagues and/or patients. Demonstrates a desire to learn and grow. Understands how behavior and attitude impact the broader team and acts in a way that supports the culture and team's engagement.

Adherence to HSS Policies: Respects and holds self and/or others accountable to following HSS Policies and Code of Conduct. (Examples: Time and Attendance, Professionalism, Safety, Privacy, and a commitment to providing or supporting service excellence to patients.)

POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develops and prepares research protocols (IRB, IACUC, etc.).
• Prepares and submits research grant applications (OTA, AONA, etc.).
• Manages and reports on research grants.
• Provides statistical analysis for ongoing research projects.
• Drafts research manuscript, tables, and figures.
• Prepares medical illustrations and diagrams for manuscripts, chapters, and presentations.
• Performs laboratory studies including biomechanical and vascular perfusion research.
• Provides assistance with laboratory anatomical dissection and arterial cannulation in research specimens.
• Provides set-up and basic operation of 3.0-T General Electric MRI scanner for vascular research studies.
• Performs region of interest quantitative-MRI analysis to assess vascular tissue perfusion.
• Assists with tissue preparation and cataloging for histology, sectioning, SEM coating, etc.
• Provides generation of research activity reports for research meetings and presentations.
• Coordinates OTS research meetings and provide updates on active OTS projects.
• Provides coordination and assistance with resident/fellow BioSkills Education Laboratory surgical skills sessions.
• Provides coordination of OTS resident education conference presentations.
• Provides assistance with OTS academic schedule and oversight.
• Schedules and coordinates multidisciplinary conferences.
• Updates conference topic list and archives service presentations.

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