Thursday, December 28, 2017

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY OB/GYN RESEARCH

7528- OBG OBGYN  

The primary role of this position is to support clinical research involving reproductive health and contraception. 
Job duties include: 
- Preparation and completion of feasibility surveys 
- Contribute to the grant application process 
- Develop plans for protocol implementation, identify necessary resources and request as appropriate. This includes instruments, equipment and staff.
- Determine recruitment objectives and develop systems to monitor and track achievement 
- Carry out required staff training and provide the direct supervision for research assistants and other staff 
- Develop all day to day plan and procedures for data collection as well as data confidentiality and data security. 
- Responsible for mechanisms and details of protocol adherence and for providing administrative back-up to PI 
- Preparation and submission of annual reports and regulatory information to funding and regulatory agencies 
- Develop local systems for secure storage of drugs and supplies and be the point of contact for the research pharmacy 
- Preparation of IRB applications 
- Preparation and submission of regulatory documentation to the regulatory bodies as relevant 
- Assist investigators with validation and editing of collected data 
- Analyze study data and assist in preparing manuscript 
- Regular collaboration with the PI and other research staff 
- Lead CRC of project or network 
- Develop and maintain procedures for organizing work and staff 
- Attend investigator meetings as needed 
- Carry out required staff training and provide the direct supervision for assigned staff 
- Maintenance of study documents and files, such as regulatory binders and CVs etc. 
- Completion of GCP, HIPPA and applicable regulatory training 
- Complete certification requirements for assigned protocols 
- Screen designated schedules or patient lists for eligible subjects 
- Approach and verify eligibility subjects 
- Consent and enroll eligible subjects 
- Complete research study visits as delineated in assigned protocol and manual of operations set forth by sponsor and supervisor. 
- Complete Telephone follow-up and telephone reminder calls for study participants, during these phone calls the person will need to administer study questionnaire as assigned 
- Coordinate the collection of all research data points as assigned, whether through research visits, chart abstraction or telephone. 
- Scheduling of research visits 
- Collection through venipuncture of biological specimens 
- Processing, transporting and shipping of biological specimens as assigned and following of instructions as delineated in the protocol or manual of operations. 
- Completion of study documents and files; some examples might include case report forms, worksheets and medical record notes. 
- Maintain confidentiality of documents and files such as HIPPA. 
- Informing relevant clinical staff regarding subject protocol participation. 
- Assist in other research related activities and projects as needed  

Additional Requires: 
ACRP or SOCRA certification 
Phlebotomy certificate within 6 months of hire. 
Experience in a clinical research setting, especially randomized controlled trials 
Capable of working on multiple studies and multi-tasking 
Knowledge of medical terminology specifically related to reproductive health and contraception 
Excellent interpersonal, written/oral communication, and organizational skills are required 
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 
Knowledge of SPSS 
Complete proficiency in written and spoken English  


Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus four years of related experience.  

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