Study Coordinator

The Department of Epidemiology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine is seeking a study coordinator to support the DISCOVERY, a new multi-center study funded by NIDDK to study the pathophysiology of youth onset type two diabetes. The position includes assisting with managing databases for recruitment, enrollment, data collection, coordinate with the Clinical Research Center and the Laboratory Core, coordinate study activities with the other study sites, laboratory, and coordinating center, and assist the PI in other project related activities.

• Implement study protocols
• Assist with managing databases of potentially eligible patients
• Assist with screening and eligibility verification
• Develop recruitment and retention methods
• Implement quality control procedures;
• Instruct participants in collection of biological samples (e.g., stool, blood, urine) and ambulatory devices (Continuous Glucose Monitoring - CGM)
• Provide transportation arrangements and reimbursements to participants for expenses
• Assist the PI with community engagement activities
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s Degree required

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Excel, RedCap, SAS or Stata.
• Bilingual (Spanish) required
• Experience working with pediatric populations preferred

Skills and Competencies

Must possess strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.

Familiarity with EPIC and Velos

May use web based programs such as RedCap as assigned

Must demonstrate good judgment, initiative and attention to detail

Must be able to effectively track time and resources to prioritize own work assignments

Must be able to work independently and produce quality work from conception to completion on assigned projects

Must possess strong customer service, communication and organizational skills