Clinical Research Coordinator - Rheumatology

Clinical Research Coordinator - Rheumatology

Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) provides global leadership in scientific research, health and medical education, and patient care.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator and/or Clinical Research Manager, the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) supports the implementation and conduct of clinical research studies and/or clinical trials within the Division of Rheumatology. The CRC supports participant coordination, study procedures, and data collection activities in accordance with approved study protocols, regulatory requirements, and institutional policies. This is an entry-level clinical research role that performs assigned tasks with guidance and supervision while contributing to the overall execution of one or more clinical research studies.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day clinical research activities in accordance with study protocols, including participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, follow-up, and visit coordination, under direct supervision.
• Serve as a point of contact for study participants by providing study-related information, scheduling visits, and facilitating communication with the research team.
• Assist with specimen handling and processing, as required by study protocols.
• Perform data entry and data maintenance activities with oversight; data may include Protected Health Information (PHI), clinical data, and study-related administrative information.
• Maintain accurate and organized research records, including assisting with questionnaires, case report forms (CRFs), adverse event documentation, and study start-up or close-out materials.
• Assist with coordination of research meetings, monitoring visits, sponsor visits, and audits, as assigned.
• Support timely communication between the Principal Investigator, study sponsors, and institutional compliance offices, as directed.
• Assist with study-related financial activities, including participant compensation and resolution of routine payment issues.
• Maintain awareness of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), human subjects protections, and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) concepts.
• Adhere to workplace, patient safety, and ethical research standards; assist with maintaining research supplies and inventory.
• Represent CUIMC research staff professionally and use culturally responsive communication when interacting with participants and stakeholders.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Ability and willingness to learn new systems, technologies, and research processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish and English).
• Prior experience in a clinical research, healthcare, or academic research setting.
• Familiarity with Columbia University clinical, research, or administrative systems.
• Educational background in a scientific, health-related, or business administration field.
• Experience with electronic medical records or research data systems, such as Epic, REDCap, Qualtrics, iLab, or OpenSpecimen.
• Basic knowledge of clinical research regulations and guidelines, including GCP, HIPAA, and IRB processes.

Other Requirements

• Medical clearance and participation in the medical surveillance program including contact with patients and/or human research subjects and potential bloodborne pathogen exposure.
• Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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