Job Title: Research Data Associate
Background:
The NYU Grossman School of Medicine Department of Population Health works on multiple
projects related to tobacco cessation and harm reduction strategies. This position will be based
in the Division of Comparative Effectiveness and Decision Science within the Section of
Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drug Use.
Background:
The NYU Grossman School of Medicine Department of Population Health works on multiple
projects related to tobacco cessation and harm reduction strategies. This position will be based
in the Division of Comparative Effectiveness and Decision Science within the Section of
Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drug Use.
Job Summary:
The Research Data Associate will work with Dr. Scott Sherman (Principal Investigator [PI]) in the Department of Population Health to help carry out multiple health services research studies, including a federally funded study at Bellevue Hospital, titled, Financial Incentive Strategies for Smoking Cessation in High-Risk Hospitalized Patients II (FIESTA II). The Research Data Associate will assist the Research Coordinator in ensuring the accurate execution of the study protocol in accordance with Good Clinical Practices, HIPAA, IRB, and sponsor regulations. The Research Data Associate will be primarily focused on recruiting and following up participants in this and other ongoing research studies. The Research Data Associate will communicate closely with the study’s Principal Investigator, Co-Investigators, and study staff to provide updates about study progress and related issues. The Research Data Associate will be assigned to work on different assignments and tasks between projects based on real-time needs of project and interests of the individual.
Responsibilities:
1. Conduct participant screening and recruitment remotely and in-person;
2. Assist with the informed consent process and ensure that the subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study;
3. Administer research surveys and capture data in the study’s electronic data system;
4. Perform in-person tests for participants
5. Support the day-to-day operations of the projects;
6. Mail study recruitment materials and other study-related materials to participants;
7. Collect patient information from electronic health record (EHR) and other data source for the research project;
8. Manage and utilize participant tracking to facilitate longitudinal follow-up of participants;
9. Organize and maintain research records;
10. Maintain a thorough knowledge of the research study and procedures;
11. Maintain high research ethics and remain up to date on institutional review board trainings;
12. Assist the PI, Project Manager, and Research Coordinator in carrying out all aims of the project(s);
13. Participate in publications and research presentations, if interested.
Qualifications:
Education and Training
Education and Training
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant field (e.g., Public Health, Health Communications, Health Science, Biology)
- At least one year of relevant work experience, preferably in social science, population health research , or public health
- Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, Power Point and Outlook. Familiar with Internet applications.
- Ability to work with a team environment as well as independently
- Demonstrated ability to organize tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong writing and presentation skills
- Strong communication skills and commitment to continuous learning
- Experience with research studies involving human subjects.
