Hospital for Special Surgery · 11 hours ago
Research Assistant
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$23.35/hr - $35.51/hr
0+ years expHospital for Special Surgery is a top-ranked hospital for orthopedics and rheumatology, known for its innovative and supportive environment. The Research Assistant will be responsible for maintaining patient reported outcomes, managing data collection for research studies, and assisting with IRB submissions, among other duties.
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Responsibilities
Maintains standard of care patient reported outcomes for all preop and post op timepoints for surgical patients. Follow up with patients for timely completion of all assigned surveys by phone, email and in person
Conducts the informed consent process on IRB approved studies (requires appropriate training and certification of human research subjects training; good clinical practice of sponsored studies)
Manages data collection specific to research studies including but not limited to the performance of observational measurements for research studies, collection of clinical data from patients directly, and manage the performance of all other duties as put forth in the protocol
Spearheads efforts to meet patient enrollment targets related to independent research studies. To that end, develops and implements various recruitment strategies
Under supervision from a clinical research coordinator or research manager assists with IRB submissions for initial approvals, re-approvals, and amendments. Ensures timeliness and accuracy of submissions and no lapses in approvals for the study
Assists the Principal Investigator in departmental audits as well as external audits performed by representatives of the sponsor for each clinical research project they manage. Consults with HSS internal monitor for guidance on these activities
Collaborates with the research team and research administration, as needed, to ensure that research subjects are treated in accordance with all mandated requirements. Ensures that standards regarding subject registration, protocol specific tests, and required documentation are adhered to. Reports deviations as appropriate and resolves issues when possible. Escalates issues to supervisor as needed
Maintains and enhances professional growth through participation in seminars, professional affiliations, and internal training sessions to keep abreast of trends in the field of research data management
Qualification
Required
0-2 years experience in clinical research
Bachelor's degree or working towards
Scientific background required
Outstanding record of academic achievement and research experience
Ability to communicate in an effective manner with management, clinical staff, external sponsors and patients at HSS
Preferred
Proven record of leadership through extracurricular activities or work
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively on a team with people at all levels of an organization
Excellent organization skills (ability to manage several concurrent tasks)
Superior oral and written communications skills
Benefits
Additional benefits consistent with the role
Company
Hospital for Special Surgery
Hospital for special surgery is the top ranked new york hospital for orthopedics and rheumatology.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$36.6MKey Investors
Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF)Flare Capital Partners
2023-06-12Grant· $10M
2022-10-25Series A· $21M
2018-07-16Grant· $5.6M
Leadership Team
Tara M. McCoy
Chief Executive Officer, HSS Florida
Bill Donato
Senior Advisor Supply Chain
Recent News
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2026-01-13
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