Clinical research Coordinator

Why Join Our Team? New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients, families, and communities. Our passionate team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and healthcare professionals work together to provide world‑class cancer care close to home, offering cutting‑edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient‑centered approach. If you want to be part of a growing organization committed to healing, hope, and advanced care, join us and help make a meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities Primary Responsibilities Consent Participants: Enroll participants in Biorepository and Registry Studies and obtain informed consent, explaining study procedures, risks, and benefits. Manage Research Care: Coordinate care during research‑related appointments, collaborating with other NYCBS departments; assist at appointments and oversee study‑related orders and activities. Collect Accurate Data: Gather complete data from participants, including medical history, physical exams, and laboratory tests (if applicable); work with consenting staff and leadership to facilitate consent needs and laboratory workflow. Update Study Status: Enter the patient’s study status into Verily and Onco Trials for observational studies. Maintain Registry Spreadsheet: Keep the Registry prescreen spreadsheet up to date for both Registry and Observational Studies. Lab Duties: Create kits, read CTO lab manuals, work with consenting staff for delivery and receiving blood and body fluids, complete evaluations for discrepancies, and coordinate remnant sample pickup and processing with core lab staff. Lab Processing: Perform centrifuge processing and aliquoting from consented patient specimens, quantify sample quantity and quality, and prepare reports for the requester detailing results; prepare and process samples for platforms such as a cell counter. Lab Documentation: Record and interpret sample results, maintain accurate experimental records, and keep standard operating procedures and quality control records for laboratory reagents; manage scenario queries on blood lab tubes, components, storage, and time sensitivity. Specimen Handling: Receive, process, store, and disburse blood as part of the staff; ship specimens per the protocol manual; apply judgment on the validity of samples received by the lab; prepare, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment. Oversee Satellite Location: Manage the assigned satellite location and collaborate with NYCBS/NYH clinical teams to efficiently consent participants and collect specimens for registry studies; schedule, coordinate, and pack shipments with CROs; provide logistical and strategic planning. Secondary Responsibilities Effective Communication: Communicate clearly with study sponsors, CRAs, investigators, and participants. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with Research Department staff, including Interventional, Data Entry, Regulatory, Finance, and Recruitment teams. Inventory Management: Learn BSI Inventory Management Software; maintain and track kit inventory for specific locations and studies. Bioinformatics and Data Management: Ensure data quality, maintain data integrity, and support organizational data needs. Scientific Knowledge: Possess a strong understanding of medical terminology, clinical trial methodologies, and regulatory requirements; stay up to date with literature on blood component storage. Organizational Skills: Manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines; optimize daily collection schedules. Laboratory Processing Skills: Minimum two years full‑time laboratory experience, including techniques in molecular/organic biology. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to ensure data accuracy and compliance. Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with diverse individuals. Problem‑Solving Skills: Identify and resolve problems efficiently. Computer Skills: Proficiency in EMR, Onco Trials, Verily, EDC systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Adobe, Google Docs, and related software. Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of regulatory guidelines such as CAP, GCP, CLIA, and ICH‑GCP. Process of Enrolling a Participant in a Biobank/Registry Study Alert Treating Provider. Coordinate Initial Discussion. Schedule Informed Consent. Verify Eligibility. Present ICF. Obtain ICF Agreement. Upload Documents. Complete or Schedule Assessments. Request Records. Update Patient Status. Responsibilities When a Patient is “On Study” Prepare for the Visit. Notify Finance of Support. Distribute Participant Materials. Complete Specimen Documents. Process and Ship Specimens. Document in EMR. Handle Withdrawal of Consent. Additional Administrative Responsibilities Update Patient Status (to CRA). Attend Monitoring Visits. Maintain Study Logs. Submit Reports. Schedule Appointments. Complete Required Training. What We’re Looking For STEM Background required. Associate's Degree required (Bachelor's preferred). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and healthcare professionals. Experience with EMR. Attention to detail and professional conduct. Reliable transportation to travel between NYCBS locations. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. What We Offer Competitive salary starting at $30 per hour, based on experience. Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective on day 1). Life Insurance, Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability. 401k plan with company contributions. Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 paid holidays (2 floating). Opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive team. A culture of collaboration and innovation. New York Cancer & Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Astera Cancer Care