Job Opportunity: Clinical Research Coordinator at Memorial Sloane Kettering

Please see the job description provided by MSK: 

 As the world’s oldest and largest private cancer center, everything that we do is focused on changing the way that the world treats cancer. Research is integral to MSK mission and clinical trials help us discover better forms of patient care and treatment. Our extraordinary clinicians and scientists work together to drive innovation and tackle some of the greatest challenges of biomedical science!   We are seeking Clinical Research Coordinators to join us in the fight against cancer. In this role, you will work collaboratively as part of our research team focused on responsibilities related to managing clinical trials data. You will be a crucial member of our team as data is the key to our research, allowing us to continuously learn about the people and diseases we help treat.  To learn more follow this link: https://youtu.be/9R7QoNfmm0w   

We have exciting opportunities for remote or hybrid work (mix of onsite and remote work)!   

You Are: 

- A good decision-maker, with shown success at making timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 

- Able to hold yourself and others accountable to achieve goals and live up to commitments. 

- An effective communicator, capable of determining how best to reach different audiences and communicating based on that understanding. 

- Willing to take action and eager to embrace new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. 

- Resilient in recovering from setbacks and skilled at finding detours around obstacles.  

- Passionate about medical terminology and science.   

You Will: 

- Collect, abstract, and enter data for research projects, databases, and/or protocols (clinical trials). This includes reviewing patient charts, existing databases, and other sources within a specified timeframe.

 - Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the life of the study.  Collaborate with research and care teams across MSK regarding data input. 

- Generate data reports and deliver to all vital parties on the progress of the research project, database, or protocol. 

- Design and/or enhance databases, data forms and tools (e.g. patient/human subject calendars, schedules, tracking logs) to facilitate patient consent and specimen collection as needed for assigned research projects. 

- Ensure all appropriate Institutional, State, and Federal regulations throughout the study are followed. -  Coordinate clinical research protocols and serve as the main point of contact, if applicable

If interested, please send application materials to Zhiw@mskcc.org 

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Virtual Admissions Seminar

 We are happy to share with you the next Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Virtual Admissions Seminar scheduled for Wednesday, May 17^th at 4:00pm. The session will be a great opportunity to learn more about Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS), including all aspects of our application process, interview tips, curriculum, clinical and research opportunities, student life and support services, etc.

Registration can be completed by visiting: njms.rutgers.edu/admissions/admissionsSeminar.php

 

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please feel free to contact The Office of Admissions at (973) 972-4631.

Zucker SOM at Hofstra/Northwell Info Session

Interested in learning more about the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell? Attend their Virtual Information Session on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 4:00 PM EDT. 

This 60-minute webinar will include a presentation on the curriculum and admissions process by Rona Woldenberg, MD, Associate Dean for Admissions, Professor of Radiology. A student panel will also be joining us to answer attendees' questions. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the program if you're planning to apply this summer or in the future!

To register, please CLICK HERE

Register Today for Exclusive Columbia Bioethics Event!

You’re Invited to Join Columbia University’s Bioethics Program for an Exclusive Online Event

Attend an online discussion with a panel of experts on April 27 at 6:15 p.m. ET, co-sponsored by the Columbia University Programs in Bioethics.

Register now for this event.

Why Is There Confusion About Whether Masks Prevent COVID-19? Public Perceptions, Misperceptions and the Messaging of Science

A recent Cochrane report, purporting to show limited data to support mandates to use masks to prevent COVID-19 has sparked immense controversy, seized by many critics as evidence of failures by public health officials. Columbia University Bioethics Program Director Dr. Robert Klitzman will be moderating a panel of national experts who will analyze the report, its limitations, its media coverage and lessons we can learn as we move forward.

Speakers:

Pam Factor-Litvak, PhD, Professor of Epidemiology, Columbia University Irving Medical Center; Associate Dean for Research Resources, Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University

Allison E. Aiello, PhD, James S. Jackson Healthy Longevity Professor of Epidemiology in the Robert N. Butler Columbia Aging Center, Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Robert E. Fullilove, EdD, Associate Dean for Community and Minority Affairs, Professor of Clinical Sociomedical Sciences and the co-director of the Cities Research Group, Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Donald K. Milton, MD, DrPH, MPowering Maryland Professor; Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health, University of Maryland

For further information please contact Athina Fontenot at af3018@columbia.edu.

PA Virtual Fair Register Today!

 The PA Education Association (PAEA) invites you to register for the PA Program Virtual Fair on Wednesday, May 10 from 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET. This is a free event for all students interested in exploring a career as a PA or preparing to apply in CASPA. Students will be able to:

     • Chat with representatives from over 85 PA programs, PAEA, and CASPA
     • Attend live presentations and Q&As (or access the recordings on-demand) from current students, practicing PAs, and admissions reps on topics like:
          • Avoiding CASPA application common mistakes
          • Preparing to apply as an international student
          • Tips for test prep
          • Identifying and utilizing mentorship opportunities
     • Ask any questions you might have at the start of the 23-24 cycle
     • And more!

Register Now

Join the Doctors Without Borders Student Chapter at Columbia University for 2023-2024 year!

Join the Doctors Without Borders Columbia Student Chapter! See their posting below: 

 *** Executive Board positions (including President) are open NOW through APRIL 25th. Apply here! ***

Interested in Medicine? Social Justice and Human Rights? A leadership position on campus? All three?! Join the Doctors Without Borders Student Chapter at Columbia University for 2023-2024 year!

Our student chapter was created with the mission to bring together a group of like-minded individuals dedicated to advocacy and the principles of humanitarian medicine that aims to advance medical ethics and improve access to healthcare globally.

Our student chapter seeks to create a community in which students can thoroughly learn about, support, and advocate for several international contexts of refugees, minority and women’s rights, environmental justice, and mental health.

We facilitate these spaces through a variety of events and actions including, but not limited to, teaching life-saving skills used by MSF doctors abroad, advocacy campaigns, speakers and mentors from MSF aid workers (The MSF Headquarters is very close to campus!), film screenings, fundraising efforts, petition drives, and other events on and around campus!

If you are interested in joining, apply using our interest form, and we'll reach out with further details regarding joining the general body, and applying for the executive board!

Project Sunshine E-Board Applications Open

Interested in working with children in a healthcare setting and developing leadership through service? Project Sunshine is currently recruiting members for their 2023-2024 executive board. 

The application can be found here. Questions? Reach out to Jeanette Luna (jml2390@barnard.edu) or Jessica Aragon (jva2109@barnard.edu) for more information.

Summer Dental Immersion Program at OHSU

Oregon Health Sciences University School of Dentistry invites applications to their Academic Immersion Program, to be held May 22 - June 2, 2023. This program includes:

• Lectures with dental faculty
• Personal readiness assessments
• Lab activities
• Advising from Admissions Staff
• Housing & a modest stipend

Juniors, seniors, and postbaccalaureate students may apply! The application deadline is May 10, 2023. The application link and more details can be found here.

Register Now for Ethics for Lunch: Treatment Over Objection

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ethics-for-lunch-treatment-over-objection-registration-484000006047

 In person and online presentation and discussion of a clinical case focusing on treatment over objection with Katherine Fischkoff, MD.

Lunch will be provided for those choosing to attend in person at CUIMC VP&S Amp 1. Online attendance is also available via Zoom.

Katherine Fischkoff, MD is a general and acute care surgeon, with a special interest in medical ethics. Dr. Fischkoff’s clinical skills and research expertise have earned her recognition as Medical Director for the Surgical Step Down Unit and Vice-Chair of the Department of Surgery’s Quality and Patient Safety Committee. She has produced influential research in the field of medical ethics to help clarify the role of the surgeon in difficult ethical situations. During the COVID pandemic, she led the way in developing standard-of-care recommendations to guide the diverse and numerous ethics challenges faced by all healthcare workers.

Dr. Fischkoff earned her medical degree from George Washington University and went on to receive specialized training at NYU, Cornell and Memorial-Sloan Kettering before joining the team at Columbia.

Join Us: MSPH 4+1 Info Session

Register for our upcoming Spring 4+1 Mailman School of Public Health Information Session! Barnard and Columbia faculty, facilitated by Beyond Barnard, will cover the basics of the 4+1 degree, the application process, coursework and credit requirements, and offer time at the end for questions. This event is strongly recommended for any freshman or sophomores interested in applying for the 4+1 pathway their Junior year. 

The 4+1 Pathways offer Barnard students the opportunity to obtain a Masters degree from Columbia on an accelerated timeline in an area of their choosing. This session is for those interested in the pathways with Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health.

The event is Monday April 3rd at 12:30pm. Register here: Mailman 4+1 Information Session